Species guide
How to catch Curlfin sole
Pleuronichthys decurrens
saltwatergame fishPleuronectidae
The Curlfin sole is a small flatfish known for its short and deep body shape. It inhabits soft-bottom marine environments and is a predator that feeds primarily on brittle stars and nudibranchs. This species is found along the Pacific coast of North America and can reach up to 37 cm in length.
Where they live
Found from shallow waters around 8 meters to deep waters down to 533 meters on soft-bottom habitats in the Pacific Ocean along North America.
Typical size
Up to about 37 cm
What they eat
- brittle stars
- nudibranchs
- small squid species
Best baits
- small squid strips
- clam
- marine worm
Best lures
- small soft plastic grub
- jig head with bait
- micro jigs
How to fish for them
- bottom fishing
- drift fishing
- light tackle jigging
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