Species guide
How to catch Dark shyshark
Haploblepharus pictus
saltwatergame fishPentanchidae
The dark shyshark is a small, elongated shark commonly found along the African continental shelf. It is known for its secretive behavior and feeds on small bottom-dwelling creatures. This species is valued as a game fish due to its manageable size and interesting habits.
Where they live
Lives in shallow, sandy inshore waters along the African continental shelf in saltwater environments. Prefers sandy bottoms where it can hunt.
Typical size
Up to about 57 cm
What they eat
- small bottom-dwelling fish
- crustaceans
- cephalopods
Best baits
- small fish bait
- shrimp
- squid strips
Best lures
- soft plastic lures mimicking small fish or squid
- small jigs
How to fish for them
- bottom fishing
- light spinning
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