Species
Smooth Hammerhead
Sphyrna zygaena
Also known as Common Hammerhead Shark · Hammerhead Shark · Hammerheaded Shark · Smooth Hammerhead Shark
Tier 5gamefish tackleQLDWA
0 waypoints~200–350 cm typical
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Overview: about smooth hammerhead
Large and powerful shark with a broad, hammer-shaped head, found in offshore and inshore waters of QLD and WA. Target with baitfish, squid or large lures in 10-100m, using heavy tackle to wear them down. Be aware of their moderate venomous spines when handling.
Biology: Smooth Hammerhead size, diet & habitat
- Habitat
- Estuary, Inshore, Offshore, Reef
- Typical size
- 200–350 cm (max 500 cm)
- Depth range
- 10–11 m
- Diet
- bony fishes, rays, sharks
- Global range
- Western Pacific
How to target: Smooth Hammerhead angling strategies
Generally fished with gamefish tackle — match gear to the conditions and the size of fish you expect. No targeting tips for smooth hammerhead yet — match your gear to the habitat and expected fish size, and check recent local reports before a trip.
Best season: when to catch smooth hammerhead in Australia
No seasonal pattern for smooth hammerhead yet. Seasons shift with water temperature and local conditions — check state fisheries advice and recent local reports before planning a trip.
Where to catch: smooth hammerhead fishing spots in Australia
No mapped spots or marks for smooth hammerhead yet. As waypoints are added that list this species, they'll appear here.