Species guide
How to catch Leopard shark
Triakis semifasciata
brackishsaltwatergame fishTriakidae
The leopard shark is a slender, elongated predator known for its distinctive spotted pattern. It is a popular game fish along the Pacific coast of North America. These sharks are active hunters that feed on various macrofauna.
Where they live
Leopard sharks inhabit shallow to moderately deep coastal waters, including brackish and saltwater environments along the Pacific coast of North America. They can be found from the surface down to about 156 meters deep.
Typical size
Up to about 198 cm
What they eat
- crustaceans
- mollusks
- small fish
- benthic invertebrates
Best baits
- squid
- anchovies
- mackerel
- shrimp
Best lures
- soft plastic swimbaits
- metal spoons
- jigs
How to fish for them
- bottom fishing
- drift fishing
- surf fishing
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