Species
Australian Blacktip Shark
Carcharhinus tilstoni
Tier 4Eating6/10medium tackleQLDWANT
0 waypoints~120–170 cm typical
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Overview: about australian blacktip shark
Common inshore tropical shark of northern Australia, central to the NT and QLD commercial shark fishery. Aggressive fighter on baits and trolled lures around inshore reef and estuary mouths.
Biology: Australian Blacktip Shark size, diet & habitat
- Habitat
- Estuary, Inshore
- Typical size
- 120–170 cm (max 200 cm)
- Weight
- 10–50 kg
- Depth range
- 0–150 m
- Diet
- fish, squid
- Global range
- Northern Australia
How to target: Australian Blacktip Shark angling strategies
Generally fished with medium tackle — match gear to the conditions and the size of fish you expect.
- live baits, trolled minnows
Best season: when to catch australian blacktip shark in Australia
No seasonal pattern for australian blacktip shark yet. Seasons shift with water temperature and local conditions — check state fisheries advice and recent local reports before planning a trip.
Where to catch: australian blacktip shark fishing spots in Australia
No mapped spots or marks for australian blacktip shark yet. As waypoints are added that list this species, they'll appear here.