Species
Draughtboard Shark
Cephaloscyllium laticeps
Also known as Australian swellshark
Tier 4Eating5/10light tackleNSWVICSAWATAS
0 waypoints~70–100 cm typical
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Overview: about draughtboard shark
Small bottom-dwelling shark of southern Australian inshore reef, frequently caught and released by snapper anglers. Inflates with water when handled.
Biology: Draughtboard Shark size, diet & habitat
- Habitat
- Inshore, Reef
- Typical size
- 70–100 cm (max 150 cm)
- Weight
- 2–8 kg
- Depth range
- 0–220 m
- Diet
- crustaceans, small fish
- Most active
- nocturnal
- Global range
- Southern Australia
How to target: Draughtboard Shark angling strategies
Generally fished with light tackle — match gear to the conditions and the size of fish you expect.
- incidental bait capture at night
Best season: when to catch draughtboard shark in Australia
No seasonal pattern for draughtboard 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: draughtboard shark fishing spots in Australia
No mapped spots or marks for draughtboard shark yet. As waypoints are added that list this species, they'll appear here.