Shark, Gummy
Mustelus Antarcticus

INTRODUCTION:
A popular catch, especially with southern anglers.

COMMON NAMES:
Gummy

SIZE:
Grows to a maximum of about 1.75m and 25kg.

AUSTRALIAN RECORD:
23.9kg

DISTRIBUTION:
Shark Bay in Western Australia south around to Queensland.

EATING QUALITIES:
Gummy Shark is highly regarded as an excellent eating fish, known as 'Flake' in southern fish and chip shops.

Fishing Techniques