HAVE YOUR SAY ON MINIMUM SIZE FOR MAKO SHARK
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HAVE YOUR SAY ON MINIMUM SIZE FOR MAKO SHARK
VFA Media Release: HAVE YOUR SAY ON MINIMUM SIZE FOR MAKO SHARK
Media release
Monday 23 April, 2018
HAVE YOUR SAY ON MINIMUM SIZE FOR MAKO SHARK
The Victorian Fisheries Authority is proposing to introduce a minimum size of 120cm for all mako shark species following consideration of a proposal from recreational fishing group VRFish.
VFA Chief Executive Officer Travis Dowling said shark fishing is popular from boats, the shore and piers right along the Victorian coast.
“Mako sharks currently fit within the overarching category of shark catch limits, which is subject to a bag/possession limit of 1 per species and no minimum size,” said Mr Dowling.
“The proposed 120cm minimum size for mako sharks would be measured from the rear most gill slit to the base of the tail fin on any side of the body.
“The proposed minimum size will increase protection of juvenile sharks and ensure that game fishing for sharks in Victorian waters continues to provide an exciting experience.”
Mr Dowling said recreational fishers continue to demonstrate responsible stewardship over Victorian fisheries resources by supporting changes that help ensure fish for the future.
Public consultation on the proposed minimum size ends on 8 June 2018.
For more information or to make a submission visit www.vfa.vic.gov.au/gameshark
Media contact: Nick Foster 03 8392 6254
Media release
Monday 23 April, 2018
HAVE YOUR SAY ON MINIMUM SIZE FOR MAKO SHARK
The Victorian Fisheries Authority is proposing to introduce a minimum size of 120cm for all mako shark species following consideration of a proposal from recreational fishing group VRFish.
VFA Chief Executive Officer Travis Dowling said shark fishing is popular from boats, the shore and piers right along the Victorian coast.
“Mako sharks currently fit within the overarching category of shark catch limits, which is subject to a bag/possession limit of 1 per species and no minimum size,” said Mr Dowling.
“The proposed 120cm minimum size for mako sharks would be measured from the rear most gill slit to the base of the tail fin on any side of the body.
“The proposed minimum size will increase protection of juvenile sharks and ensure that game fishing for sharks in Victorian waters continues to provide an exciting experience.”
Mr Dowling said recreational fishers continue to demonstrate responsible stewardship over Victorian fisheries resources by supporting changes that help ensure fish for the future.
Public consultation on the proposed minimum size ends on 8 June 2018.
For more information or to make a submission visit www.vfa.vic.gov.au/gameshark
Media contact: Nick Foster 03 8392 6254
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Re: HAVE YOUR SAY ON MINIMUM SIZE FOR MAKO SHARK
Sounds Good
Aslo should be 30cm min for Flathead and King George
Aslo should be 30cm min for Flathead and King George
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Re: HAVE YOUR SAY ON MINIMUM SIZE FOR MAKO SHARK
Agreed need minimum limits for makos
They are considered as vunrable species
They are considered as vunrable species
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Re: HAVE YOUR SAY ON MINIMUM SIZE FOR MAKO SHARK
Not real keen on measuring them when they are thrashing around trying to get their teeth into you.
Cheers
Ango.
Cheers
Ango.
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Re: HAVE YOUR SAY ON MINIMUM SIZE FOR MAKO SHARK
I agree with this as welldenis barden wrote:Sounds Good
Aslo should be 30cm min for Flathead and King George
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Re: HAVE YOUR SAY ON MINIMUM SIZE FOR MAKO SHARK
Ango, agree mate.
Might be a good idea in theory but I don't see how you would ever be able to measure a Mako whilst it is live and attached to the end of a fishing line.
Besides there would not be many around below that size so it seems somewhat pointless.
Might be a good idea in theory but I don't see how you would ever be able to measure a Mako whilst it is live and attached to the end of a fishing line.
Besides there would not be many around below that size so it seems somewhat pointless.
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Re: HAVE YOUR SAY ON MINIMUM SIZE FOR MAKO SHARK
Yep agree with this also. Legal size kgw are very skinny and same with flatties.denis barden wrote:Sounds Good
Aslo should be 30cm min for Flathead and King George
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Re: HAVE YOUR SAY ON MINIMUM SIZE FOR MAKO SHARK
Just call fisheries and ask them to send out the work experience kid to measure it for youfrozenpod wrote:Ango, agree mate.
Might be a good idea in theory but I don't see how you would ever be able to measure a Mako whilst it is live and attached to the end of a fishing line.
Besides there would not be many around below that size so it seems somewhat pointless.
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Re: HAVE YOUR SAY ON MINIMUM SIZE FOR MAKO SHARK
Hahaha yeah and if he says its undersize just pop him.out under the next balloon you cast out4liters wrote:Just call fisheries and ask them to send out the work experience kid to measure it for youfrozenpod wrote:Ango, agree mate.
Might be a good idea in theory but I don't see how you would ever be able to measure a Mako whilst it is live and attached to the end of a fishing line.
Besides there would not be many around below that size so it seems somewhat pointless.