Shad on the bite
A few good sized shad were caught at The Block in Port Shepstone last week.
Fishermen reported some good catches of shad as the season officially gets into swing, with some excellent sizes caught at The Block in Port Shepstone and at Margate Pier.
The minimum size limit: 30cm total length. This allows fish to breed at least once before being caught and protects them during their fastest growth stage.
Bag limit is four per person per day. Scientists determine how many fish can be harvested safely, ensuring enough remain for everyone, especially when the fish are ‘on the bite’.
The closed season for shad is from October 1 to November 30. This protects them during the peak of their breeding season.
TIDE TIMES
Saturday, December 13: Low 04:06, High 10:51, Low 17:25, High 23:20, best fishing 17:57 to 18:59.
Sunday, December 14: Low 05:24, High 12:01, Low 18:33, High 00:31, best fishing 19:05 to 20:07.
Monday, December 15: Low 06:28, High 12:56, Low 19:23, High 01:23, best fishing 05:56 to 07:00.
Tuesday, December 16: Low 07:19, High 13:39, Low 20:03, High 02:00, best fishing, 06:47 to 07:51.
Wednesday, December 17: High 02:06, Low 08:02, High 14:17, Low 20:39, best fishing 07:30 to 08:34.
Remember, responsible fishing is keeping the shoreline as clean as possible and abiding by the bag limits.
Send news or photos to sugann@dbn.caxton.co.za.
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