Kawakawa

The record

Kawakawa at a glance

Scientific name: Euthynnus affinis
Typical size: 12-24 inches, 2-8 lbs
Water: Saltwater
Habitat: Offshore
Rarity in the Fishdex™: Uncommon

Where it lives

Habitat

Found in tropical and subtropical waters, often near reefs and drop-offs. Anglers target kawakawa by trolling small lures or live bait, or casting to feeding schools near the surface. They form large schools and are often found feeding on baitfish.

Catch one and it is yours

Log a kawakawa through the Cobia Camera and this entry fills in with your photo, your personal best, and the exact conditions on the day. The app also carries the slot and season rules for wherever you are standing.

How the Fishdex™ works

Questions

Kawakawa questions people ask

What is the scientific name for kawakawa?

Kawakawa is Euthynnus affinis.

How big does a kawakawa get?

A typical kawakawa runs 12-24 inches, 2-8 lbs. Cobia records the length and weight of every kawakawa you log and keeps your personal best on its Fishdex entry.

Where do kawakawa live?

Found in tropical and subtropical waters, often near reefs and drop-offs. Anglers target kawakawa by trolling small lures or live bait, or casting to feeding schools near the surface. They form large schools and are often found feeding on baitfish. It is a salt water species, filed under offshore in the Fishdex.

Is kawakawa in the Cobia Fishdex?

Yes. Log one through the Cobia Camera and this entry fills in with your own photo, your personal best, and the conditions on the day you caught it. The app also carries the slot limits and season dates for wherever you are standing. It is free.

Offshore