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Dark shyshark

Haploblepharus pictus

Family
Scyliorhinidae
Max Length
57 cm
Max Weight
5 kg
IUCN Status
LC
Water Type
saltwater
Fishing Spots
6

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

  • Pilchards

    Cut into chunks; releases scent effectively.

  • Squid

    A tough bait that stays on the hook well.

  • Chokka

    Local favourite, readily available in South Africa.

  • Sardines

    Oily and attractive to shysharks.

  • Bloodworms

    Use small hooks, irresistible scent.

Artificial Lures

  • Shimano Waxwing 118mmJig

    Erratic retrieve mimics injured baitfish.

    Buy
  • Strike King Redfish MagicSpinnerbait

    Flash and vibration attract attention.

    Buy
  • Berkley Gulp! SandwormSoft Plastic

    Scented; effective even when still.

    Buy
  • Rapala X-Rap 10Crankbait

    Suspending action is good for pauses.

    Buy
  • Daiwa Saltiga Slider Jig 60gJig

    Vertical jigging around structure.

    Buy

Techniques

Fish near the bottom around rocky reefs and kelp beds, as these sharks are ambush predators. Use a slow, deliberate retrieve with pauses to entice strikes.

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Where to Find Dark shyshark

Western Cape, South Africa3 spotsSofala, Mozambique1 spotsEastern Cape, South Africa1 spotsNorthern Cape, South Africa1 spots
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Dark shyshark?+

Popular baits for Dark shyshark include Pilchards, Squid, Chokka, Sardines, Bloodworms. Tip: Fish near the bottom around rocky reefs and kelp beds, as these sharks are ambush predators. Use a slow, deliberate retrieve with pauses to entice strikes.

Where can I catch Dark shyshark?+

Dark shyshark can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Western Cape, South Africa; Sofala, Mozambique; Eastern Cape, South Africa. WikiCatch lists 6 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Dark shyshark get?+

Dark shyshark (Haploblepharus pictus) can reach up to 56.999999300000006 cm in length and 5 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.

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