How to Feed Tiger Sharks

The tiger shark has one of the most varied diets of any shark. It preys on fish, seals, birds, other sharks, squid and crustaceans. Feeding a tiger shark, then, is just a matter of finding where the tiger sharks are. The tiger shark's migratory pattern extends from the warm Pacific waters of the Western U.S. coast all the way to South America, the Gulf of Mexico and the Caribbean. Sharks of all species are generally attracted to the smell of blood, so no matter what animal you are feeding to the shark, the shark will be most likely to feed on fresh meat.

Things You'll Need

  • Tiger shark bait
  • Boat
  • Chain mail or Kevlar suit
  • Spear or baited pole
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Instructions

    • 1

      Decide on your tiger shark bait. The tiger shark is notorious for eating just about anything, but Bunker chum is what tiger shark fisherman generally use. Bunker chum is ground up and oily, producing a thick slick on top of the water. Other successful tiger shark baits include live bluefish and tuna fillets.

    • 2

      Find out where the tiger sharks are feeding. Hire a guide or research the migratory pattern of the shark. Your best luck will be in tropical or subtropical water and close to the coast. The tiger shark is nomadic and follows warm currents.

    • 3

      Cruise around where tiger sharks have been recently spotted or are known to feed. Establish a feeding perimeter by tossing tiger shark bait from a boat that is moving in a circumference around a specific area. Lower a bait crate or chum feed to gather numerous tiger sharks into a single area.

    • 4

      Dive into the water, wearing appropriate diving gear, all the way to the sea floor. Some shark feeders prefer chain mail while others wear Kevlar. Kneel at the bottom of the sea floor and hold the shark bait in your outstretched hand. When the tiger shark approaches to take a bite of your bait, release the bait and draw your hand immediately back, keeping your body away from the shark's trajectory. Some shark feeders prefer to bait a pole or spear to keep a distance from the shark.