Species
Thresher Shark
Alopias vulpinus
Tier 5Eating8/10extra heavy tackleVulnerableNSWVICSAWATAS
0 waypoints200–400 cm (max 575 cm) typical
Overview: about thresher shark
Distinctive long-tailed pelagic shark of southern Australian offshore waters, occasionally taken on game-fishing trips off NSW and TAS. Uses its scythe-like tail to stun bait. Vulnerable status — release recommended.
Biology: Thresher Shark size, diet & habitat
- Habitat
- Offshore, Shelf
- Typical size
- 200–400 cm (max 575 cm)
- Weight
- 40–350 kg
- Depth range
- 0–650 m
- Diet
- small fish, squid
- Global range
- Circumglobal
How to target: Thresher Shark angling strategies
Generally fished with extra heavy tackle — match gear to the conditions and the size of fish you expect.
- trolled lures offshore
Conservation
IUCN: Vulnerable
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