Species
Bull Shark
Carcharhinus leucas
Also known as river whaler
Tier 3Eating6/10extra heavy tackleVulnerableNSWQLDWANT
1 waypoint180–260 cm (max 360 cm) typical
Overview: about bull shark
Aggressive estuarine shark common in northern Australian rivers and estuaries — capable of running well into freshwater. Often a surprise catch when chasing barra or jew. Heavy gear and serious caution required; protected from rec take in NSW.
Biology: Bull Shark size, diet & habitat
- Habitat
- Estuary, Inshore, River
- Typical size
- 180–260 cm (max 360 cm)
- Weight
- 40–230 kg
- Depth range
- 0–150 m
- Diet
- fish, other sharks, marine mammals
- Global range
- Circumtropical
How to target: Bull Shark angling strategies
Generally fished with extra heavy tackle — match gear to the conditions and the size of fish you expect.
- live or fresh-dead bait around river mouths
Conservation
IUCN: Vulnerable
Recent community catches: anglers who caught bull shark
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Where to catch: bull shark fishing spots in Australia
Queensland1
More information: bull shark references & sources
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