Fishing for Bigeye thresher

Alopias superciliosus

The Bigeye thresher is a distinctive shark known for its large eyes and elongated upper tail fin. It inhabits deep oceanic waters and preys on schooling fish and squid. Typically reaching lengths of 150-200 inches and weighing up to 800 pounds, it exhibits solitary behavior and is known for its unique hunting technique, using its tail to stun prey. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater

Common depth

? - 2395 ft

IUCN Status

Vulnerable

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

Best baits to catch Bigeye thresher

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Bigeye thresher

Broward County Coast

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Bigeye thresher

Malibu Pier

78 in · 48 lb

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Bigeye thresher

Huntington Beach Pier

103 in · 150 lb

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Bigeye thresher

North Atlantic Ocean

135 in · 250 lb

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Bigeye thresher

Olde Port Beach

76 in · 38 lb

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Bigeye thresher

San Francisco Bay

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Bigeye thresher

Little Englishmans Bay

120 in · 245 lb

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Bigeye thresher

Monmouth County Coast

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Bigeye thresher

120 in · 400 lb

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Bigeye thresher

Miami-Dade County Coast

120 in · 400 lb

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