Species guide
How to catch Arabian smooth-hound
Mustelus mosis
saltwatergame fishTriakidae
The Arabian smooth-hound is a medium-sized shark found in the Indian Ocean. It has an elongated body and is known for its smooth skin and hardnose. This species is a predator that hunts small bottom-dwelling fish and various invertebrates.
Where they live
Found in continental waters of the Indian Ocean, both inshore and offshore, sometimes near coral reefs. It can dive to depths of around 400 meters.
Typical size
Up to about 150 cm
What they eat
- small bottom fishes
- mollusks
- crustaceans
- cephalopods
- decapods
Best baits
- small fish
- shrimp
- cut bait
Best lures
- soft plastic jigs
- bottom rigs
- squid-imitating lures
How to fish for them
- bottom fishing
- drift fishing
- bait fishing
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