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Mulloway / Kob
Argyrosomus japonicus
Photo: Show_ryu · CC BY-SA 3.0
Knowing the Mulloway / Kob (Argyrosomus japonicus) well helps you decide where and when to dive for it. It usually frequents sandy bottoms and is found between 5 and 30 m, so it pays to adjust your search depth. It is wary, hard to get close to, which shapes how to approach it.
It's a demanding fish: it needs stealth and experience. In Apnaut you have its minimum legal size across 2 different zones. Always check your area's current regulations before taking it.
Behaviour: wary, hard to get close to.
Minimum legal size by zone
| Zone | Minimum size |
|---|---|
| New South Wales | 70 cm |
| South Africa | 40 cm |
Where to catch it
Other names
Corvina japonesa (es)
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum legal size for Mulloway / Kob?
It depends on the area. For example, New South Wales: 70 cm; South Africa: 40 cm. See the full size-by-zone table above.
At what depth is Mulloway / Kob found?
Usually between 5 and 30 m, mostly over sandy bottoms.
Is it hard to spearfish on a single breath?
Its difficulty is “hard”. It is also wary, hard to get close to. In Apnaut you can log your catches and their size.
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