East Coast's Back In Action - KZN REPORT (13 FEB '25)

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KZN fishing is firing up, especially along the South Coast, where dropping water temperatures have bass, kingfish, and sharks actively feeding.

While conditions have been mixed on the South Coast, anglers are reporting exciting catches, including non-edible species like sand sharks, hound sharks, along with kingfish and rock species.

The Mid-South continues to produce brusher and sand sharks, with live baits proving particularly effective. Hazelmere Dam's freshwater scene is thriving with non-stop bass action.

While the North Coast has seen quieter conditions inshore, offshore fishing remains phenomenal with dorado and snoek. In Durban, grey sharks are abundant, while offshore waters are yielding snoek, tuna, and marlin. Durban Harbor continues to produce grunter and kingfish, making it a prime spot for anglers.In Durban, grey sharks are abundant, and anglers are hooking snoek, tuna, and marlin offshore. Durban Harbor is also producing grunter and kingfish, making it a prime spot. Listen now for detailed ANSA reports and this week’s predicted feeding zones!
12 Feb English South Africa Sports · Leisure

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