Species guide
How to catch African angelshark
Squatina africana
saltwatergame fishSquatinidae
The African angelshark is a distinctive shark species known for its flattened body and broad pectoral fins that resemble an angel's wings. It is a bottom-dwelling predator found along the coasts of Africa. This shark uses ambush tactics to hunt its prey on the sea floor.
Where they live
Lives in saltwater coastal regions of Africa, found in the Atlantic and Indian Oceans. It inhabits waters down to depths of nearly 500 meters, often resting on the seabed in sandy or muddy areas.
Typical size
Up to about 84 cm
What they eat
- small fish
- crustaceans
- other bottom-dwelling marine animals
Best baits
- cut fish
- shrimp
- squid
Best lures
- soft plastic baits on the bottom
- jigs
- heavy spoons
How to fish for them
- bottom fishing
- drift fishing near seabed
- using baited hooks on weighted rigs
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