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No king threadfin salmon catches logged yet — log one and you'll be recognised here.
Northern Australian estuary heavyweight (also called king salmon, blue salmon or cocky salmon depending on locale). Targeted with soft plastics, vibes and live baits around tide changes in turbid creeks and beaches. Soft mouths — steady drag and gentle hooksets win the day.
Generally fished with medium tackle — match gear to the conditions and the size of fish you expect.
No seasonal pattern for king threadfin salmon yet. Seasons shift with water temperature and local conditions — check state fisheries advice and recent local reports before planning a trip.
91 mapped fishing spots, marks and waypoints for king threadfin salmon across Australia, covering land-based fishing, rock fishing, beach fishing, surf fishing, estuary fishing, jetty and wharf fishing, offshore and bluewater fishing and freshwater fishing. Each location below links through to access notes and coordinates.