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Tough estuary ambush predator of QLD, northern NSW, NT and northern WA. Targeted with hardbodies, soft plastics and live baits cast tight to snags, rock bars and mangrove roots. Hits hard and bricks fast — heavy braid, short leaders and quick hands are essential.
Generally fished with medium tackle — match gear to the conditions and the size of fish you expect.
Seasons shift with water temperature and local conditions, so check recent reports before a trip.
48 mapped fishing spots, marks and waypoints for mangrove jack across Australia, covering land-based fishing, rock fishing, beach fishing, surf fishing, estuary fishing, jetty and wharf fishing, offshore and bluewater fishing, freshwater fishing and impoundment fishing. Each location below links through to access notes and coordinates.