Species guide
How to catch Tiger catshark
Halaelurus natalensis
saltwatergame fishPentanchidae
The tiger catshark is a small, elongated shark found in African coastal waters. It preys on fish, squid, and bottom-dwelling invertebrates. This species inhabits depths from shallow waters down to around 170 meters.
Where they live
Lives in saltwater along the African coasts, in both the Atlantic and Indian Oceans, from shallow areas to depths of about 170 meters.
Typical size
Up to about 45 cm
What they eat
- fish
- squid
- benthic invertebrates
Best baits
- small fish
- shrimp
- squid pieces
Best lures
- small jigs
- soft plastics
- poppers
How to fish for them
- bottom fishing
- light jigging
- small bait fishing
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