Chub Mackerel

Habitat & layer

Coastal mid-upper layers; migratory and forms large schools.

Season

Mainly autumn and winter; bites well when schools move inshore.

Identification

• Streamlined body with wavy green-blue markings on the back
• Silvery-white belly
• Small finlets before the tail

Common methods

• Sabiki rig
• Lure (spoons / jigs)
• Float fishing

Baits & lures

• Krill
• Spoons
• Soft lures

Similar species

• Jack mackerel
• Blue mackerel

Rig

Sabiki rig or small metal lures; groundbait helps hold the school.