Species guide
How to catch Leopard catshark
Poroderma pantherinum
saltwatergame fishScyliorhinidae
The Leopard catshark is a small, elongated shark known for its distinctive black spots. It is a predator that feeds on fish, mollusks, and polychaetes. This species is found in saltwater environments around Africa, including the Atlantic and Indian Oceans.
Where they live
Found in shallow to moderately deep saltwater up to 256 meters around African coastal regions in the Atlantic and Indian Oceans.
Typical size
Up to about 84 cm
What they eat
- fish
- mollusks
- polychaetes
Best baits
- small fish
- mollusk pieces
- worms
Best lures
- soft plastic lures
- jigs
- small spoons
How to fish for them
- bottom fishing
- drift fishing
- light jigging
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