Sharks and rays are dominating catches along the KZN coastline, while garrick continue to provide exciting action. Get the latest fishing report.
ANSA / Supplied – Benny Pillay with impressive Ragged Tooth shark caught on the north coast during a competition
KwaZulu-Natal anglers are experiencing plenty of action along the coastline, with sharks and rays currently stealing the spotlight. From Durban to the north coast, increasing numbers of ragged-tooth sharks, sand sharks, grey sharks, spinner sharks and rays are keeping anglers busy.
In the latest episode of Angler News South Africa, Vinesh Soogreem and the crew take a closer look at the latest surf, offshore and freshwater fishing reports as the summer season begins to take shape.
Rock and surf fishing
Garrick remain the standout target for edible anglers, with quality catches reported along much of the coastline. Kob, grunter, stumpnose, pompano, blacktail and bronze bream are also featuring in catches. Durban Bay continues to produce good numbers of grunter, kob and kingfish.
Non-edible anglers are having their hands full with ragged-tooth sharks, sand sharks, grey sharks, spinner sharks, diamond rays and honeycomb rays.
ANSA / Supplied – Keith Chetty taking advantage of the voting day break with a Garrick caught off Margate pier
Offshore and reef fishing
Warmer water temperatures are bringing encouraging signs of the upcoming gamefish season. Yellowfin tuna, dorado, snoek, geelbek, daga salmon, amberjack and yellowtail are all featuring in offshore catches.
With every good weather window producing quality fish, the outlook remains positive as summer approaches.
Freshwater fishing
Trout fishing remains best in the Midlands stillwaters, while yellowfish continue to provide good action in clear-water systems.
Bass fishing has slowed slightly at Midmar and Albert Falls, but Jozini Dam is still producing exciting tigerfish action.
For all the latest fishing hotspots, catches and detailed reports, listen to Angler News South Africa at the top of the page, or directly below.
ANSA / Supplied – Aidan Govender with a Natal Stumpnose caught on lower south coast using artificial lures
ANSA / Supplied – Dean Reddy landing a Ragged Tooth amongst other non-edible catches on the north coast
ANSA / Supplied – Neil Williams getting into the Garrick action off Margate pier
About Vinesh Soogreem
Vinesh Soogreem is a legend in the South African fishing media scene. With over two decades under his belt, he’s not just an angler who’s explored the KwaZulu-Natal waters extensively, but also a passionate communicator who’s shared his knowledge through books, magazines, and now podcasts and social media. Vinesh lives by the motto “Fish for the future”, reflecting his dedication to both the sport and conservation.
Vinesh’s authority on KZN fishing is unmatched. Actively involved in the community since the ’90s, he’s competed at club and social levels, covered major angling competitions, and earned the trust of the media during the Sardine Run. He currently serves as the National Media Liaison for the South African Surf Casting Association, solidifying his reputation as a key figure in the South African fishing scene.
ANSA / Supplied – Vinesh Soogreem with a catface rockcod caught deep off the Bluff
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