Species
Whitefin Trevally
Carangoides equula
Also known as Horse Trevally
Tier 5Eating7/10light tackleNSWQLDWA
0 waypoints~15–27 cm typical
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Overview: about whitefin trevally
Moderate-sized trevally with strong fighting ability, found in offshore waters of NSW, QLD, and WA. Target with jigs, soft plastics, and metal slices in 90-200m over sand and mud substrates. Good table fish with a diet of fish, crustaceans, and cephalopods.
Biology: Whitefin Trevally size, diet & habitat
- Habitat
- Bay, Beach, Inshore, Offshore
- Typical size
- 15–27 cm (max 38 cm)
- Depth range
- 90–200 m
- Diet
- fish, crustaceans, and cephalopods
- Global range
- Central Pacific
How to target: Whitefin Trevally angling strategies
Generally fished with light tackle — match gear to the conditions and the size of fish you expect. No targeting tips for whitefin trevally yet — match your gear to the habitat and expected fish size, and check recent local reports before a trip.
Best season: when to catch whitefin trevally in Australia
No seasonal pattern for whitefin trevally yet. Seasons shift with water temperature and local conditions — check state fisheries advice and recent local reports before planning a trip.
Where to catch: whitefin trevally fishing spots in Australia
No mapped spots or marks for whitefin trevally yet. As waypoints are added that list this species, they'll appear here.