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Swellshark

Cephaloscyllium ventriosum

Family
Scyliorhinidae
Max Length
110 cm
Max Weight
7.5 kg
IUCN Status
LC
Water Type
saltwater
Fishing Spots
1

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

  • Squid

    Effective both whole and cut.

  • Mackerel

    Oily and aromatic, attracting sharks.

  • Sardines

    Good for chumming and bait.

  • Anchovies

    Small and readily available.

  • Live Shimp

    Good for attracting sharks

  • Bonito

    Excellent when cut for chunking

Artificial Lures

  • Shimano Butterfly JigJig

    Vertical jigging near reefs.

    Buy
  • Yo-Zuri Hydro Minnow LCCrankbait

    Trolling around deep structure.

    Buy
  • Tady 4/0 Surface IronSpoon

    Cast and retrieve near kelp paddies.

    Buy
  • Berkley Gulp! Saltwater SandwormSoft Plastic

    Rig on a Carolina rig.

    Buy
  • Savage Gear 3D Swim SquidSwimbait

    Slow retrieve for enticing strikes.

    Buy

Techniques

Use a heavy leader to prevent bite-offs, and fish near rocky reefs and kelp forests where swellsharks are commonly found.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Swellshark?+

Popular baits for Swellshark include Squid, Mackerel, Sardines, Anchovies, Live Shimp. Tip: Use a heavy leader to prevent bite-offs, and fish near rocky reefs and kelp forests where swellsharks are commonly found.

How big do Swellshark get?+

Swellshark (Cephaloscyllium ventriosum) can reach up to 110.00000238418579 cm in length and 7.5 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.

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