Bull Shark

DE Bull Shark Fishing Guide

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Bull Shark s are commonly mistaken for the sandbar shark. They are very robust-bodied, have a large head with relatively small eyes and an extremely short blunt, rounded snout. The upper side is dark dull gray fading to a white underside. They have similar shaped dorsal fins. Bull Shark s do not have an interdorsal ridge (ridge of skin going down the back between the two dorsal fins). Their upper teeth are broad, triangular, and heavily serrated. The lower teeth are narrower and serrated.

Habitat & Range

The Bull Shark prefers to live in shallow coastal waters less than 100 feet deep. Bull Shark s have been known to swim up rivers. They primarily feed on fishes, rays, and small sharks.

Where to Fishing

Atlantic Ocean

Fishing Season

Jan. 1 - May 14July 16 - Dec. 31

Catch Limit: Boat anglers - only 1 shark of any species per vessel, except 1 additional bonnethead and 1 additional Atlantic sharpnose per angler onboard vessel. Shore anglers - only 1 shark of any species per angler, except 1 additional bonnethead and one additional Atlantic sharpnose per shore angler.Possession of oceanic white-tip sharks is prohibited.
Size Limit: 54 inches FORK LENGTH

Frequently Asked Questions

Fishing Tips

Any bloody fish will work for catching Bull Shark s . To draw sharks in, chumming is almost a necessity.

References

State Category Directory Subcategory Content Source
Delaware Fishing Regulations Season Dates Jan. 1 - May 14July 16 - Dec. 31 Link