Species guide
How to catch Salmon shark
Lamna ditropis
saltwatergame fishLamnidae
The salmon shark is a powerful predator resembling the porbeagle, known for its speed and strength. It inhabits cold northern Pacific waters and is a prized game fish for anglers. These sharks are notable for their robust, streamlined bodies and impressive size.
Where they live
Salmon sharks are found in cold saltwater from shallow to depths of 650 meters across the North Pacific, near North America. They prefer open ocean habitats where they hunt actively.
Typical size
Up to about 305 cm
What they eat
- small fish
- sculpins
- tomcod
- juvenile salmon
Best baits
- fresh fish chunks
- squid
Best lures
- large trolling plugs
- metal spoons
How to fish for them
- trolling
- deep drop fishing
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