Delaware Fish Facts for The Recreational Angler

The White Shark is a heavy-bodied shark that is blue-grey to grey-brown on top with white underneath.

The boundary between these tones is generally abrupt.

Illustration by Duane Raver, Jr.

Season	CLOSED - no harvest permitted White sharks must be immediately released to ensure the maximum probability of survival, without removing the fish from the water.
Size Limit	CLOSED - no harvest permitted White sharks must be immediately released to ensure the maximum probability of survival, without removing the fish from the water.
Daily Limit / Person	CLOSED - no harvest permitted White sharks must be immediately released to ensure the maximum probability of survival, without removing the fish from the water.
Delaware Range	Atlantic Ocean
Abundance in Delaware Waters	Rare
General Habitat and Food Preferences	The White Shark mostly stays in the upper part of the water column of nearshore waters. However, it ranges from the surf line to well offshore and from the surface and to depths of over 800 feet. They commonly feed on rays, sharks, fishes, seals, and dolphins.
Did You Know?	The White Shark is also known as the "great white" and was featured in the movie "JAWS".
Common Lures and Baits	It is unlawful to release a White Shark in a manner that will not ensure the shark's maximum probability of survival (e.g., no gaffs, no clubbing, careful hook removal, etc.). It is unlawful for any hook and line fisherman to remove a White Shark from the water.
Typical Sizes Caught	White Sharks can reach weights of over 2500 pounds.
Citation Minimum Length and Weight	White Sharks are a protected species and not currently eligible for a Delaware Sport Fishing Tournament or Live Release award.
Delaware State Record	White Sharks are a protected species and are not currently eligible for any Delaware record.

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