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Striped catshark

Poroderma africanum

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

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

  • Sardines

    Excellent all-around bait, readily available.

  • Squid

    Tough and durable, stays on the hook well.

  • Pilchards

    Oily and pungent, attracts from a distance.

  • Mussels

    Natural food source, can be very effective.

  • Chokka

    Another good bait, similar to squid.

Artificial Lures

  • Krocodile SpoonSpoon

    Chrome or silver, good flash in murky water.

    Buy
  • Got-Cha PlugPlug

    Versatile lure, can be worked at different depths.

    Buy
  • Bucktail JigJig

    White or chartreuse, bounce along the bottom.

    Buy
  • Gulp! SandwormSoft Plastic

    Scented, good for slow retrieves near rocks.

    Buy
  • Yo-Zuri Crystal Minnow F1149Minnow

    Good for attracting strikes at night.

    Buy

Techniques

Fish near rocky reefs and sandy bottoms, especially during dawn and dusk when they are most active, using a slow, deliberate retrieve to keep the bait near the bottom.

Where to Find Striped catshark

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Striped catshark?+

Popular baits for Striped catshark include Sardines, Squid, Pilchards, Mussels, Chokka. Tip: Fish near rocky reefs and sandy bottoms, especially during dawn and dusk when they are most active, using a slow, deliberate retrieve to keep the bait near the bottom.

Where can I catch Striped catshark?+

Striped catshark can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Western Cape, South Africa; Eastern Cape, South Africa. WikiCatch lists 5 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Striped catshark get?+

Striped catshark (Poroderma africanum) can reach up to 100.999999 cm in length and 7.5 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.

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