Thresher Shark Questions

[jorluivil]

Originally Posted by Mr. NiceGuy

I would like to know what the general opinions are amongst BWE members and kayak fishermen about catching thresher sharks.


1. Do they taste good?

Well, let me answer a question with a question. Do you think or like tacos de tripa, or menudo? What about buche?


2. Is this a common local fish, or are they part of the spectacular fishing conditions we've been enjoying for the past few yearse?

No, they are not local fish. Here's what I read on TMZ.....one day, a long long time ago in a galaxy far far away there lived a Princess. Wait. wait. wait......that wrong story.

3. How long does it take our local species to grow into the 150-200 pound range?

a gazilion years

4. Is it possible to sell the fins locally for shark fin soup?

I don't know but if you decide to sell it let us know how much you were paid.

5. Does anyone process the skin into leatheres?

yes, I have a thresher belt.


I would appreciate hearing the opinions of others about catching this fish for their dinner table.

hope you enjoyed my opinion

I also want to respect the sanctity of nature and I want to understand the sustainability of our fisheries, and of rebuilding the magnificent sea life ecology that once existed here.

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