Salmon Shark
Lamna ditropis
A large, fast-swimming shark closely related to the mako and great white shark. Known for its ability to regulate body temperature and pursuit of salmon.
Salmon Shark at a glance
- Scientific name
- Lamna ditropis
- Typical size
- 6-8 feet, 200-400 lbs
- Water
- Saltwater
- Habitat
- Sharks and rays
- Rarity in the Fishdex™
- Legendary
Habitat
Found in cold North Pacific waters, typically in offshore and nearshore areas. Anglers target them while fishing for salmon or tuna, as they follow salmon runs. Popular sportfish in Alaska and Pacific Northwest waters.
Catch one and it is yours
Log a salmon shark through the Cobia Camera and this entry fills in with your photo, your personal best, and the exact conditions on the day. The app also carries the slot and season rules for wherever you are standing.
How the Fishdex™ worksSalmon Shark questions people ask
Salmon Shark is Lamna ditropis.
A typical salmon shark runs 6-8 feet, 200-400 lbs. Cobia records the length and weight of every salmon shark you log and keeps your personal best on its Fishdex entry.
Found in cold North Pacific waters, typically in offshore and nearshore areas. Anglers target them while fishing for salmon or tuna, as they follow salmon runs. Popular sportfish in Alaska and Pacific Northwest waters. It is a salt water species, filed under sharks and rays in the Fishdex.
Yes. Log one through the Cobia Camera and this entry fills in with your own photo, your personal best, and the conditions on the day you caught it. The app also carries the slot limits and season dates for wherever you are standing. It is free.
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