Galeorhinus galeus - Tope
The tope is a member of the shark family and can grow to
over 50 lb in weight. They are a popular sporting quarry around the coast
of Wales, and they often come very close in during the summer months.
The Welsh rod-caught tope record stands at 74 lb 11 oz.
This superb fish was caught off Caldy Island in 1964.
The storm beaches of Pembrokeshire provide the opportunity
to catch tope from the shore; however, in most places you are likely to do
better from an offshore mark. Charter boat skippers are very knowledgeable
about suitable locations and times.
Tope eat mainly fish, and pout and whiting feature high up
on their menu. Squid and crab are also effective fishing baits to use.
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