Species
Pigeye Shark
Carcharhinus amboinensis
Also known as Estuary Shark · Java Shark
Tier 5gamefish tackleQLDWA
0 waypoints~112–196 cm typical
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Overview: about pigeye shark
Large, powerful shark found in murky inshore waters and estuaries of QLD and WA, putting up a strong fight when hooked. Target with baitfish, squid or lures in 1-20m, using heavy tackle to wear them down. Be aware of moderate ciguatera risk if considering them for the table.
Biology: Pigeye Shark size, diet & habitat
- Habitat
- Bay, Estuary, Freshwater, Inshore
- Typical size
- 112–196 cm (max 280 cm)
- Diet
- teleost fishes croakers, flatfishes, and cutlassfishes, and to a lesser extent on cartilaginous fishes, cephalopods, and decapod crustaceans
- Global range
- Indo-West Pacific
How to target: Pigeye Shark angling strategies
Generally fished with gamefish tackle — match gear to the conditions and the size of fish you expect. No targeting tips for pigeye shark yet — match your gear to the habitat and expected fish size, and check recent local reports before a trip.
Best season: when to catch pigeye shark in Australia
No seasonal pattern for pigeye 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: pigeye shark fishing spots in Australia
No mapped spots or marks for pigeye shark yet. As waypoints are added that list this species, they'll appear here.