Gummy Shark

Other names: Australian smooth hound, Flake, Sweet william, Smooth dog-shark

The gummy shark, also known as Mustelus antarcticus, is a small to medium-sized shark found in the coastal waters of southern Australia. Recognizable by its smooth, grey skin, it is a popular species in commercial fisheries and is considered harmless to humans.

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iconLength

~160" (max 185)

iconWeight

~24" (max 30)

iconWater

Salt

iconDepth

350 ft

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Regulation for Gummy Shark

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Season

Always open

Bag limit

2

Vessel limit

6

Trophy limits

-

Max size

-

Min size

45 cm

Measurement

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Prohibited methods

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Living Conditions

🐟 Habitat preferences

♻️ Life cycle and mating behavior

Popular spots nearby where you can catch the Gummy Shark

Pantu Warra-Bullana
Pantu Warra-BullanaGawler, South Australia, AU
Vivonne Bay
Vivonne BayMorphett Vale, South Australia, AU
Wirrealpa Creek
Wirrealpa CreekGawler, South Australia, AU
Lake Karpi
Lake KarpiGawler, South Australia, AU
Edillilie Creek
Edillilie CreekParalowie, South Australia, AU
Yudnapinna Bank
Yudnapinna BankGawler, South Australia, AU
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