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Shad / Elf
Pomatomus saltatrix
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The Shad / Elf (Pomatomus saltatrix) is a common target in breath-hold spearfishing. It usually frequents open water and is found between 0 and 20 m, so it pays to adjust your search depth. It is it moves in schools, which shapes how to approach it.
It takes some technique and knowing its behaviour. 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 | 30 cm |
Where to catch it
Other names
Anjova (es) · Tassergal (fr) · Pesce serra (it) · Γοφάρι (el) · Strijelka (hr) · Lüfer (tr)
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum legal size for Shad / Elf?
It depends on the area. For example, South Africa: 30 cm. See the full size-by-zone table above.
At what depth is Shad / Elf found?
Usually between 0 and 20 m, mostly over open water.
Is it hard to spearfish on a single breath?
Its difficulty is “medium”. It is also it moves in schools. In Apnaut you can log your catches and their size.
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