Shark SafetyThe tips on this page are just recommendations. Always do research before going to the beach or fishing in area that sharks are commonly found.
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Fishing Safety
Being caught by someone fishing is dangerous for sharks eve if they are released back into the water. Here are some suggestions from the Florida Wildlife Commission on how to keep sharks safer while fishing.
- use a single non-offset, non stainless steel, barbless circle hook
- do not use multi-hook rigs or treble hooks
- use heavy tackle to minimize fight time
- release sharks quickly, minimize handling, and keep them in the water
- use a long-handled dehooking device to remove the hook
- if the hook cannot be removed, cut the hook in half or cut the leader as close to the hook as possible
- release prohibited sharks immediately and do not remove them from the water
For current regulations, visit MyFWC.com/Fishing and click on "Saltwater Fishing" and "Recreational Regulations"
- use a single non-offset, non stainless steel, barbless circle hook
- do not use multi-hook rigs or treble hooks
- use heavy tackle to minimize fight time
- release sharks quickly, minimize handling, and keep them in the water
- use a long-handled dehooking device to remove the hook
- if the hook cannot be removed, cut the hook in half or cut the leader as close to the hook as possible
- release prohibited sharks immediately and do not remove them from the water
For current regulations, visit MyFWC.com/Fishing and click on "Saltwater Fishing" and "Recreational Regulations"