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Copper
Shark
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Common Name:
Copper Shark
Other
Names:
Bronze Whaler, Narrow-toothed shark
Scientific
Name:
Carcharhinus Brachyurus
Habitat:
Found in warm waters and is usually seen close inshore along rocky
reefs and in shallow bays.
Distribution:
Found in most warm waters and sub tropic regions of the world.
Bait:
Will feed on small sharks, sole, live bait and squid.
Fishing Strategy:
This species is a bottom dweller, use a sinker to send your bait into
the bottom, a piece of polystyrene will keep the bait away from crabs.
Other
information: This species is considered dangerous when
excited by the smell of food. It is known to attack bathers while
searching for food.
Tackle:
- 4 - 4.5 metre beach rod
- Heavy tackle is needed
- Steel trace
- Large hook of 10/0 or 12/0
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