Queenfish
(Scomberoides commersonnianus)
Other common names:
Queenie.
Leatherskin.
Identification:
Upper body blue-green, lower body silver with golden tints and
shiny silver belly.
Large dark spots along body and a forked tail.
Temperature range:
21 - 30 Celsius (70 - 86 Fahrenheit).
Typical location:
Around islands, rocks and inshore reefs.
Fishing methods:
Trolling smaller lures, minnows, spoons and poppers.
Casting minnows, spoons and poppers.
Fly-casting.
Fighting characteristics:
A very fast and active jumper.
Thai Fishing Guide's recommended hot spots
for catching Queenfish:
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is handmade by Marine Life Phuket
and can be ordered through the Thai Fishing Guide.
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