Species
Port Jackson Shark
Heterodontus portusjacksoni
Tier 4Eating4/10light tackleNSWVICSAWATAS
0 waypoints~80–130 cm typical
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Overview: about port jackson shark
Small slow-moving harness-marked shark common in southern Australian estuaries and inshore reef. Frequently caught at night on baits — a nuisance to many but harmless. Always release with care.
Biology: Port Jackson Shark size, diet & habitat
- Habitat
- Inshore, Reef
- Typical size
- 80–130 cm (max 165 cm)
- Weight
- 3–12 kg
- Depth range
- 0–275 m
- Diet
- molluscs, crustaceans, urchins
- Global range
- Southern Australia
How to target: Port Jackson Shark angling strategies
Generally fished with light tackle — match gear to the conditions and the size of fish you expect.
- incidental on bait at night
Best season: when to catch port jackson shark in Australia
No seasonal pattern for port jackson 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: port jackson shark fishing spots in Australia
No mapped spots or marks for port jackson shark yet. As waypoints are added that list this species, they'll appear here.