Species
Sandbar Shark
Carcharhinus plumbeus
Also known as Northern Whaler Shark · Sand Shark · Thickskin Shark
Tier 5extra heavy tackleNSWWA
0 waypoints72–126 cm (max 180 cm) typical
Overview: about sandbar shark
Powerful inshore shark with a strong fight, found in NSW and WA over reefs, bays and estuaries. Targeted with fish baits, squid and crabs on heavy tackle in 10-100m. Be prepared for a energetic battle when hooked, as sandbar sharks can put up a intense fight.
Biology: Sandbar Shark size, diet & habitat
- Habitat
- Bay, Estuary, Inshore, Reef
- Typical size
- 72–126 cm (max 180 cm)
- Diet
- fish, rays, crabs, and molluscs
- Global range
- Indo-Pacific
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