The Blue Shark is brilliantly colored with a deep blue on top, lighter blue on the sides, and white underneath. Their elongated body is punctuated by extraordinarily long pectoral fins.
Diet: fishes and squids
Habitat & Range
Blue Shark s are an oceanic species that prefers deep, wide open waters. They feed primarily on fishes and squids.
Where to Fishing
Atlantic Ocean
Fishing Season
All year
Size Limit: 54 inches FORK LENGTH
Frequently Asked Questions
Fishing Tips
The best methods for catching Blue Shark s are by chumming with live or dead baits. Good baits include squid, bluefish, and mackerel. To draw sharks in, chumming is almost a necessity.
References
| State | Category | Directory | Subcategory | Content | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delaware | Fishing | Regulations | Season Dates | All year | Link |



