Argyrosomus japonicus
How to identify a Kob (Dusky/Spotted)
Kob (Dusky/Spotted) are found in surf holes, river mouths, estuaries.. Use these features as a starting point and compare with a full identification guide before relying on any identification.
EnvironmentSaltwater
SeasonAutumn–winter (regional)
Habitat and range
Surf holes, river mouths, estuaries.
Where to catch Kob (Dusky/Spotted)
- South African coast
- Western Australia (as Mulloway)
Baits and lures
Live mullet · soft plastics · bucktails
Related species
Often caught in the same waters or confused with Kob (Dusky/Spotted):
- Eagle Ray (Spotted) — identification & profile (Saltwater)
- Spotted Ray — identification & profile (Saltwater)
- Ladyfish — identification & profile (Saltwater)
- Lane Snapper — identification & profile (Saltwater)
- Lemon Shark — identification & profile (Saltwater)
- Lesser Amberjack — identification & profile (Saltwater)
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