ragged-tooth shark · Carcharias taurus

Raggie

A big, slow, impressive shark of the gullies. Catch and release only: handle it with respect.
Gear for raggie

Stylised illustration, not to scale.

Baits

  • Large fish fillet
  • Whole bonito
  • Mackerel
Habitat
Deeper gullies and sandy bays near reef.
Season
Present at certain times of year in certain areas.
Best times
Night and the hours around high tide.
Tackle
A heavy 12 to 14 ft rod and a large reel with 30 to 50 lb mono and a wire or heavy leader.
Hook
10/0 to 12/0 circle hook on a wire trace.

Tips

  • Release it quickly and carefully, keeping the fish in the water.

  • Use circle hooks, which hook the corner of the mouth.

  • Check the current rules: sharks are managed by special regulations.

Rules

The raggedtooth shark is a protected species in South African waters. Check the current rules and release any you catch.

This site is not an official source. Check the current rules with the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment.

Recommendations are pending review by a local angler.

Rigs

Rigs that suit raggie

Gear

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