Blackfin sharks in Richards Bay

However, things on the edible front seem to have heated up with a few Bonefish and the odd Stumpie landed. Grunter are still on the bite and some have been a very nice size.

CAPE VIDAL – Shad activity at Vidal / St Lucia still seems to be attracting anglers from all over South Africa but the numbers seem to have decreased from last week. Luckily the presence of Stumpnose and 3 Spot Pompano has been keeping the guys busy.

RICHARDS BAY – As with last week Black fin Sharks have been giving the guys a hard time due to their aerobatic display of wrapping and snapping line, seconds after being hooked. With inedible still being the flavor of the week, many Diamonds and Sandy’s have been landed and have fallen victim to bloody, fleshy baits such as Shad belly, Red eye, etc.

ZINKWAZI – As expected, Zinkwazi has been fishing well over the last week with the endless north east winds. Be sure to take a drive up and get in on the action. Grey Sharks, Sandy’s and Brown Rays have been plentiful, especially when offered a nice juicy bait mixed with Chokka.

UMDLOTI – The mayhem continues, after the news about dozens of Sharks taxing Ski-Boaters. The guys have made a few attempts at heavy sliding and swim baiting. Needless to say, they were up against some beasts that would have the upper hand. A few fish were taken on heavy tackle but even more lost to opened hooks and parted knots.

UMHLANGA - With the warm water arriving, so have the Honeys and Sandy’s. These fish are coming out frequently on slide baits, here’s a useful tip from a successful angler: dip a chokka/prawn bait into “Kingfisher Anchovy Mix” for added smell; this should get you a quicker bite.

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- Kingfisher Report