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Piked dogfish

Squalus acanthias

Family
Squalidae
Max Length
160 cm
Max Weight
9.1 kg
IUCN Status
VU
Water Type
saltwater, mixed
Fishing Spots
176

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

  • Herring

    Cut into chunks for scent.

  • Mackerel

    Use whole or as strips.

  • Squid

    Effective both whole and cut.

  • Sardines

    Oily and very attractive.

  • Eel

    Live or dead. Very effective

Artificial Lures

  • Savage Gear Sand Eel SlugSoft Plastic

    Work slowly near the bottom.

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  • Yo-Zuri Crystal Minnow Deep DiverCrankbait

    Troll at slow to medium speeds.

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  • Ahi USA Sabiki RigBait Rig

    Effective for catching baitfish and sometimes dogfish.

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  • Kastmaster XL SpoonSpoon

    Cast and retrieve with erratic action.

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  • Berkley Gulp! Swimming MulletSoft Plastic

    Use with a jig head.

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Techniques

When targeting piked dogfish, try chumming with oily fish scraps to attract them to your fishing area, improving your chances of a catch.

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Where to Find Piked dogfish

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Piked dogfish?+

Popular baits for Piked dogfish include Herring, Mackerel, Squid, Sardines, Eel. Tip: When targeting piked dogfish, try chumming with oily fish scraps to attract them to your fishing area, improving your chances of a catch.

Where can I catch Piked dogfish?+

Piked dogfish can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include England, United Kingdom; Massachusetts, United States; New Jersey, United States. WikiCatch lists 176 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Piked dogfish get?+

Piked dogfish (Squalus acanthias) can reach up to 160.000002 cm in length and 9.1 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is VU.

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