Species guide

How to catch Large-tooth sawfish

Pristis perotteti

Stylized 2D illustration of Large-tooth sawfish
freshwaterbrackishsaltwatergame fishPristidae

The large-tooth sawfish is a distinctive ray with an elongated, toothed snout resembling a saw. It inhabits a range of water types from freshwater to marine environments. Known for its impressive size, it is a notable game fish.

Where they live

Found in freshwater, brackish, and saltwater habitats across North and South America and parts of the Atlantic, Pacific, and Indian Oceans, often in shallow waters up to 122 meters deep.

Typical size

Up to about 650 cm

What they eat

  • fish
  • crustaceans
  • small marine animals

Best baits

  • cut fish
  • shrimp
  • crustacean bait

Best lures

  • large heavy-duty lures
  • surface plugs
  • jigs suitable for large predatory fish

How to fish for them

  • bottom fishing
  • trolling
  • casting heavy lures

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