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Tope shark

Galeorhinus galeus · Sea

Slim migratory shark of coastal waters; slow-growing, so release is advised.

Tope shark (Galeorhinus galeus)

Photo: D Ross Robertson, Public domain, Wikimedia Commons

Facts

Best months

Jun–Oct. Northern hemisphere; shift by six months south of the equator.

Typical size100–140 cm · record about 195 cm
DietFish
RegionsEuropeAfrica
Catching tip. Fresh fish baits at tide change; return the shark gently.

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