WikiCatchNurse shark
Ginglymostoma cirratum
Best Baits & Lures
Live Baits
- Live Pinfish
Hardy, readily available, and appealing.
- Live Mullet
A natural food source, good for larger sharks.
- Live Eels
Very enticing due to their movement.
- Blue Crabs
A common and accessible bait.
- Live Shrimp
Effective, especially inshore.
Artificial Lures
- Yo-Zuri Crystal Minnow Deep DiverCrankbaitBuy
Reflects light, attracts attention.
- Savage Gear Real EelSoft PlasticBuy
Eel imitation, lifelike action.
- Daredevle SpoonSpoonBuy
Classic, erratic action attracts sharks.
- Bomber Saltwater Grade Certified DepthCrankbaitBuy
Durable, gets down deep.
- Berkley Gulp! Alive! Swimming MulletSoft PlasticBuy
Scented, realistic swimming action.
Techniques
Soak your bait near structure or channels with decent tidal flow, and use a wire leader to prevent bite-offs.
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Where to Find Nurse shark
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best bait for Nurse shark?+
Popular baits for Nurse shark include Live Pinfish, Live Mullet, Live Eels, Blue Crabs, Live Shrimp. Tip: Soak your bait near structure or channels with decent tidal flow, and use a wire leader to prevent bite-offs.
Where can I catch Nurse shark?+
Nurse shark can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Florida, United States; Puerto Rico, Puerto Rico; Alabama, United States. WikiCatch lists 58 fishing spots where this species is found.
How big do Nurse shark get?+
Nurse shark (Ginglymostoma cirratum) can reach up to 430.00001900000007 cm in length and 120 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is VU.
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