Species
School Mackerel
Scomberomorus queenslandicus
Also known as doggie mackerel · schoolie
Tier 2Eating7/10medium tackleNSWQLDWANT
0 waypoints~50–80 cm typical
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Overview: about school mackerel
Smaller cousin of the Spanish mackerel found inshore from central NSW to WA. Schools around inshore reefs, bait pinnacles and headlands. Trolled minnows, metals and floated pilchards in winter when they come in close.
Biology: School Mackerel size, diet & habitat
- Habitat
- Inshore, Reef
- Typical size
- 50–80 cm (max 120 cm)
- Weight
- 1.5–5 kg
- Depth range
- 0–50 m
- Diet
- small fish, squid
- Global range
- Indo-West Pacific
How to target: School Mackerel angling strategies
Generally fished with medium tackle — match gear to the conditions and the size of fish you expect.
- trolled small minnows along inshore reef
- floated pilchards in berley trails
- spinning metals at surface schools
Best season: when to catch school mackerel in Australia
- QLD
- May-Sep
Seasons shift with water temperature and local conditions, so check recent reports before a trip.
Where to catch: school mackerel fishing spots in Australia
No mapped spots or marks for school mackerel yet. As waypoints are added that list this species, they'll appear here.