Minimising contact with sharks
Sharks are an important part of our healthy marine ecosystem, with over 160 species of them living in Australian waters.
Treating sharks ethically and humanely is vital to their survival and conservation.
Follow the rules around shark fishing, as well as the safety guidelines for SA waters.
Discover all recent and historical shark sightings before you go fishing.
Find out about gear restrictions, safe handling practices, and how to identify sharks and rays.
Different daily fishing limits apply to species of sharks and rays found in South Australia.
Berleying is a risk to anyone in marine waters because it may attract sharks. You must not use blood, bone, meat, offal, animal skin, or other prohibited products.
Learn how to avoid sharks in the water and keep yourself safe.
Call the police about immediate danger of sharks. Other sightings should be reported to the 24-hour Fishwatch Hotline.
Fishwatch Hotline
Call the Fishwatch Hotline for information about:
- rules and regulations
- licensing and registration
- reporting shark sightings