Scalloped Hammerhead Shark

DE Scalloped Hammerhead Shark Fishing Guide

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The Scalloped Hammerhead Shark is distinguished from other hammerheads by a moderately bow-shaped head with an indentation located in the center. They are brownish-gray to bronze or olive on the top with pale yellow or white underneath.

Diet: fishes, smaller sharks, and rays

Habitat & Range

The Scalloped Hammerhead Shark prefers deeper waters up to 1600 feet but occasionally is found in waters as shallow as 80 feet. They feed primarily on fishes, smaller sharks, and rays.

Where to Fishing

Atlantic Ocean

Fishing Season

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

Size Limit: 78 inches FORK LENGTH

Frequently Asked Questions

Fishing Tips

Whole bluefish or mackerel are excellent baits for catching Scalloped Hammerhead 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