Species guide
How to catch Gray smoothhound
Mustelus californicus
saltwatergame fishTriakidae
The Gray smoothhound is a medium-sized shark found along the Pacific coast. It has an elongated body and is a predator that hunts macrofauna. It is a game fish appreciated by anglers.
Where they live
Found in saltwater along the Pacific coast of North America, from shallow waters to depths around 200 meters.
Typical size
Up to about 116 cm
What they eat
- small fish
- crustaceans
- mollusks
Best baits
- shrimp
- small fish pieces
- squid
Best lures
- soft plastic lures
- jigging spoons
- shrimp imitation lures
How to fish for them
- bottom fishing
- light jigging
- drift fishing
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