Species guide
How to catch Blacknose shark
Carcharhinus acronotus
saltwatergame fishCarcharhinidae
The Blacknose shark is a medium-sized shark known for its distinct dark spot on the tip of its snout. It inhabits warm shallow waters over sandy and coral bottoms. This species is an agile predator feeding mainly on small fishes.
Where they live
Found in the Atlantic Ocean, Caribbean Sea, and Gulf of Mexico on continental and insular shelves at depths from 9 to 64 meters, favoring sandy, shell, and coral bottom habitats.
Typical size
Up to about 200 cm
What they eat
- small fishes
- pinfish
- porcupine fish
Best baits
- small fish strips
- squid pieces
- shrimp
Best lures
- metal spoons
- soft plastic jigs
- swimbaits
How to fish for them
- bottom fishing
- trolling
- casting near reefs
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