Species guide
How to catch Sandbar shark
Carcharhinus plumbeus
brackishsaltwatergame fishCarcharhinidae
The sandbar shark is recognized for its large fins and robust body. It inhabits continental shelf areas in both marine and brackish waters. This predatory shark is valued in sport fishing due to its size and strength.
Where they live
Found on continental shelves in the Atlantic and Mediterranean, sandbar sharks live in both brackish and saltwater environments, typically from shallow waters down to 500 meters deep.
Typical size
Most run 200–300 cm
What they eat
- small fish
- eels
- pufferfish
- menhaden
- bluefish
- killifish
Best baits
- cut fish
- whole fish
- squid
Best lures
- large spoons
- deep-diving plugs
- jigs
How to fish for them
- bottom fishing
- trolling
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