Breeding and migration After six years they reach sexual maturity at 70-80cm. Mulloway are long-lived with some fish reaching 30 years or more and growing to two metres. In September/October some big mulloway move back into the Swan River to build up energy for spawning and return after spawning in December/January.

What size do mulloway breed?

In NSw, size at 50% maturity for males was estimated at 51 cm (2+ years of age) and for females at 68 cm (3+ years of age). Mulloway are known to spawn in summer in Australian waters.

How long does it take for mulloway to grow?

Average size and age at which mulloway attain sexual maturity in NSW is estimated at 51 cm and at 2+ years for males (Fig 42a) and 68 cm at 3+ years for females (Fig 42b). In South and Western Australia, mulloway do not become sexually mature until they are approximately 70 - 80 cm (approx. 4 kg) and 5 to 6 years old.

When can you catch mulloway?

Mulloway respond well to lure and fly in estuaries during daylight hours, however night time takes preference when targeting them with baits. Mulloway experts focus most of their effort around tide changes on the bigger tides of the full or new moon.

Can you catch mulloway in winter?

The best spots to try for a mulloway are the deep water off the bottom of North Straddie and the hole in Cobby Passage. Winter is bream time when fishing around Jumpinpin, and that will be the focus of most anglers this month. ... It's best to berley with the kind of bait you're fishing with.

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What is the best mulloway bait?

Live baits are the best for catching mulloway, otherwise fresh mullet, tailor or yellowtail will work well, and even mulies will do the trick. Mulloway are often difficult to catch because they can run a long way before swallowing the bait, which makes it difficult to set the hook.

Where is mulloway in winter?

A lot of the medium to large mulloway will move into the upper reaches of the larger river systems in the Sydney area during the Winter. Over the past year there have been a lot of mulloway caught at places like the M5, East Hills and Milperra bridges on large minnow lures and soft plastics.

Can you catch mulloway during the day?

They can be caught during both day and or night. At night I tend to find the fish in areas you may not locate them during the day but this is something that will only be learned with time on the water as each system can vary.

How do you get to mulloway in Glenelg River?

It's important to fish light and use small lures for mulloway in the Glenelg River system. Not only will you catch more mulloway, but you'll also get a good by-catch of bream and estuary perch. Good sized mulloway often take 40mm blades but light gear is needed to get the blades to the bottom and working.

What is a paternoster rig?

The paternoster rig is a multi-hooked bottom fishing rig best used from an anchored boat or a pier when there's not much tide running. Slack line should be avoided with this rig, as a biting fish will feel the resistance of the lead and drop the bait, long before it can be registered at the rod tip.

Does mulloway eat herring?

With mulloway baits, fresh is best and live is usually even better! They are particularly fond of eating small tailor, luderick (blackfish), trevally, yellowtail scad, pike, mullet, pilchards, garfish, tommy ruff (herring) and slimy mackerel. However, perhaps the deadliest offering of all is a live or very fresh squid.

How big does mulloway grow?

The Mulloway is a popular angling species that grows to 2 m in length.

Where are mulloway found?

Mulloway (Argyrosomus japonicus) are found in coastal waters from the Burnett River, Queensland, to North West Cape, Western Australia. Mulloway use both estuaries and marine habitats. Coastal development affects both estuaries and coastal waters, both of which are important habitat for mulloway.

What's the legal size for mulloway in South Australia?

Minimum legal length:46 cm measured from tip of snout to tip of tail. Daily bag limit: For fish 46 to 82 cm: 10.

Can mulloway live in freshwater?

In their natural habitat, mulloway live and feed at the bottom of lakes and seas in fresh, estuarine and marine waters.

What is a mulloway jewel?

A few pictures of some Mulloway also known as Jewfish jewels extracted by team member Jordan last week. The jewels which each fish have 2 of are known as ear bones or otoliths located inside the fish's skull. The purpose of these jewels inside the fish is still fairly unknown with only the larger species having them.

How deep is the Glenelg River?

The Glenelg River has carved a spectacular gorge up to 50 metres deep through limestone and river erosion has created a remarkable cave.

How do you fish the Glenelg River?

Trolling live mullet is the preferred technique especially behind a wooden boat with an inboard diesel in it. You can target these fish also by casting soft plastics along the drop-offs. In winter, vibing the fish up in deep water is the best technique.

What fish are in the Nelson river?

Fishing the Glenelg River / Fishing the Nelson

The Glenelg River is a long and deep waterway where you can target bream, estuary perch, mulloway, mullet, salmon and blackfish.

Can you eat mulloway?

MULLOWAY is a well regarded eating fish with firm white flesh and few bones. Small fish are popular to roast or BBQ whole, but some can be soapy. Medium sized fish have a nice large flake and remain moist when grilled or fried. Larger fish can be dry and are better suited to soups, curries and other wet dishes.

How do I get to mulloway from the beach?

Techniques for Surf Fishing

By far the most popular technique of fishing for mulloway from the beach is the use of dead baits, either cut or whole. While this is certainly a fruitful way to go, there are some often unnoticed alternatives.

Are jewfish territorial?

Any live bait works well with jew as they are extremely territorial. ... They are very partial to metal slugs, spoons, twisties and most deep diving minnows. Habitat: The lower reaches of rivers, estuaries, rocky reefs and ocean beaches from Bundaberg and further south to the Queensland border.