Species
Tiger Shark
Galeocerdo cuvier
Tier 4Eating4/10extra heavy tackleNear ThreatenedNSWQLDWANT
0 waypoints~250–400 cm typical
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Overview: about tiger shark
Large dangerous tropical and subtropical shark of northern and eastern Australia. Hooked occasionally on big baits — heavy gear and serious caution required. High mercury makes eating inadvisable; mostly tag-and-release.
Biology: Tiger Shark size, diet & habitat
- Habitat
- Inshore, Offshore, Shelf
- Typical size
- 250–400 cm (max 550 cm)
- Weight
- 100–600 kg
- Depth range
- 0–350 m
- Diet
- fish, sharks, rays, turtles, mammals
- Global range
- Circumtropical
How to target: Tiger Shark angling strategies
Generally fished with extra heavy tackle — match gear to the conditions and the size of fish you expect.
- large whole baits on heavy gear
Best season: when to catch tiger shark in Australia
No seasonal pattern for tiger 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: tiger shark fishing spots in Australia
No mapped spots or marks for tiger shark yet. As waypoints are added that list this species, they'll appear here.