King George Whiting by Alan McFayden

There has been much said about King George whiting by many writers. Some people say the species is overrated.

I can't see how these fish could be overrated at all. I share an opinion with many in the fishing community that King George whiting are just about the best fish in the ocean.

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It is thought that King George whiting begin life in waters around South Australia and drift with the currents until they make it to Victoria and elsewhere.

They are great fighting fish for their size and many a rod has disappeared over the back of a boat due to lack of attention from the angler. King George whiting are one of the largest and the most-targeted whiting species.

The really big fish are found in Western Australia and South Australia where they are known to grow up to 70cm and weigh well over 2kg.