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How to catch Lemon shark

Negaprion brevirostris

Stylized 2D illustration of Lemon shark
brackishsaltwatergame fishCarcharhinidae

The lemon shark is a robust, yellowish shark native to warm coastal waters. It is a skilled predator known for its calm nature and distinctive coloration. Lemon sharks can reach impressive sizes, making them a notable game fish.

Where they live

Found in shallow coastal waters, brackish and saltwater environments across the Atlantic, Pacific, Gulf of Mexico, and parts of North America. They inhabit depths from the surface down to about 90 meters.

Typical size

Up to about 340 cm

What they eat

  • fish
  • crustaceans
  • small marine animals

Best baits

  • cut fish
  • shrimp
  • crustaceans

Best lures

  • large metal spoons
  • jigs
  • soft plastic baits

How to fish for them

  • bottom fishing
  • drift fishing
  • live bait fishing

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