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Bull Shark

Bull Shark

Carcharhinus leucas

  • 1lakes
  • 76logged catches
  • 199.8 kg heaviest logged

Bull Shark (Carcharhinus leucas) inhabits tropical and subtropical waters of all oceans, but most importantly, it’s capable of traveling hundreds of kilometers into fresh waters. The most aggressive of their genus, these gray giants have white bellies, distinct long bodies and short snouts. Their size is impressive: one can easily encounter almost a 3-meter specimen weighing up to 200 kg even in fresh waters. These sharks prefer to hunt in muddy waters on their own, sneaking up to the prey and dashing suddenly before the attack. There have been attacks on humans, on be extremely cautious around its habitat! This predator’s diet is rather varied: from crustaceans to cartilaginous fish.

What actually catches it ranked by real logged catches

Baits

Lures

Best setups by lake 1 lakes with data

Amazonian Maze — 76 catches , best 199.8 kg

  • Blood Hook #10/0 Float 57 m 12×
  • Blood Capn Hook #10/0 Float Boat 55.5 m
  • Blood Capn Hook #7/0 Float 100 m
  • Shad 15 cm Hook #8/0 Spinning

How to catch

How to catch a trophy Bull Shark? You can catch this fish either with bait or lures.

If you prefer to use natural baits, then the best way to catch Bull Shark would be to use Blood on a size #10/0 hook.

If you are more into artificial lures, you should go for some Shads. The most successful lure is Glow White & Red Head Shad 15 cm.

Where to find it

Also listed as effective documented, but not seen in the catch log

Data compiled from fp-collective and the Fishing Planet Wiki . Snapshot taken 2026-08-20. Game content and imagery © Fishing Planet LLC.