Shark fishing and safety

Sharks are an important part of our healthy marine ecosystem. Over 160 species of sharks live in Australian waters.

The ethical and humane treatment of sharks is vital to their survival and conservation.

Potentially dangerous species

There are 5 species of shark in South Australian waters that are considered potentially dangerous:

View all shark species in the fishing limits search.

Berley and berleying

Berleying is a risk to water users because it may attract sharks.

You must not use the below for burley in any South Australian marine waters:

  • blood
  • bone
  • meat
  • offal
  • animal skin.

Burleying is covered in Section 23 of the Fisheries Management (General) Regulations 2007 under the Fisheries Management Act 2007.

View more information about bait and berley rules.

Fishwatch Hotline

Call the Fishwatch Hotline for information about:

  • rules and regulations
  • licensing and registration
  • reporting shark sightings

24 hours a day, 7 days a week

Freecall 1800 065 522 Go to Reporting (Fishwatch)
Page last reviewed: 07 Jun 2022

 


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