SPURDOG are the target species for North Devon's dedicated sea anglers, with many hours invested.
Dan Miles Redmore landed a fine brace weighing 13lb 4oz and 12lb 5oz, while Jon Patten caught a fine specimen of 14lb.
These members of the shark family appear to have filled the niche vacated by cod, which were once the main target for winter sea anglers in North Devon.
A wire trace is essential to ensure the sharp-toothed fish do not sever the hook length.
Top baits for spurdog are...
