Species
Silvertip Shark
Carcharhinus albimarginatus
Tier 5gamefish tackleQLDWA
0 waypoints120–210 cm (max 300 cm) typical
Overview: about silvertip shark
Powerful offshore predator found around coral reefs in QLD and WA, known for strong fighting ability. Targeted with large lures, baits and trolling rigs in 30-800m, often near reef drop-offs and offshore islands. Big silvertip sharks are a formidable catch, requiring heavy tackle to land.
Biology: Silvertip Shark size, diet & habitat
- Habitat
- Offshore, Pelagic, Reef
- Typical size
- 120–210 cm (max 300 cm)
- Depth range
- 30–800 m
- Diet
- a wide variety of bony fishes, as well as eagle rays, smaller sharks, and cephalopods
- Global range
- Western Pacific
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