Species guide
How to catch Gopher rockfish
Sebastes carnatus
saltwatergame fishSebastidae
The gopher rockfish is a predatory saltwater fish commonly found along the Pacific coast of North America. It has a fusiform body shape and can reach up to 39 cm in length. This species is popular among anglers for its fighting ability.
Where they live
Gopher rockfish inhabit rocky reefs and kelp forests at depths ranging from 9 to 55 meters along the Pacific coast of North America. They prefer saltwater environments with abundant cover.
Typical size
Up to about 39 cm
What they eat
- small fish
- crustaceans
- macrofauna
Best baits
- anchovies
- squid strips
- shrimp
Best lures
- soft plastic jigs
- bucktail jigs
- small swimbaits
How to fish for them
- bottom fishing
- jigging
- drift fishing
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