Fishing


Saltwater

Kingfish

10 - 30kg. Up to 56kg in the wild

Up to 1.5m

Maori Name: Haku | Scientific Name: Seriola lalandi lalandi
Most abundant in the northern half of the North Island, from the Kermadec Islands to Foveaux Strait. Found in open coastal waters, preferring high currents or tidal flows near reefs.

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Contact

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0800 47 62 24, To Report illegal fishing

www.mpi.govt.nz


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