Species
Snook (saltwater)
Sphyraena novaehollandiae
Also known as yellowtail pike
Tier 3Eating6/10light tackleNSWVICSAWATAS
0 waypoints~40–60 cm typical
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Overview: about snook (saltwater)
Slim toothy southern Australian inshore predator, common in bays and inshore reef of VIC, TAS, SA and southern WA. Caught on small metals and minnows around bait schools. Distinct from northern barracudas — caution with teeth.
Biology: Snook (saltwater) size, diet & habitat
- Habitat
- Bay, Inshore
- Typical size
- 40–60 cm (max 80 cm)
- Weight
- 0.5–2 kg
- Depth range
- 0–80 m
- Diet
- small fish
- Global range
- Southern Australia
How to target: Snook (saltwater) angling strategies
Generally fished with light tackle — match gear to the conditions and the size of fish you expect.
- small metals
- trolled minnows
Best season: when to catch snook (saltwater) in Australia
No seasonal pattern for snook (saltwater) yet. Seasons shift with water temperature and local conditions — check state fisheries advice and recent local reports before planning a trip.
Where to catch: snook (saltwater) fishing spots in Australia
No mapped spots or marks for snook (saltwater) yet. As waypoints are added that list this species, they'll appear here.