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Cape snoek
Thyrsites atun
Photo: Discott · CC BY-SA 3.0
The Cape snoek (Thyrsites atun) is a common target in breath-hold spearfishing. It usually frequents open water and is found between 10 and 40 m, so it pays to adjust your search depth. It is it moves in schools, which shapes how to approach it.
It's a demanding fish: it needs stealth and experience. In Apnaut you have its minimum legal size across 1 different zones. Always check your area's current regulations before taking it.
Behaviour: it moves in schools.
Minimum legal size by zone
| Zone | Minimum size |
|---|---|
| South Africa | 60 cm |
Where to catch it
Other names
Sierra del Cabo (es)
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum legal size for Cape snoek?
It depends on the area. For example, South Africa: 60 cm. See the full size-by-zone table above.
At what depth is Cape snoek found?
Usually between 10 and 40 m, mostly over open water.
Is it hard to spearfish on a single breath?
Its difficulty is “hard”. It is also it moves in schools. In Apnaut you can log your catches and their size.
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