Species guide
How to catch Northern wolffish
Anarhichas denticulatus
The Northern wolffish is a robust, elongated saltwater fish known for its impressive size and distinct appearance. It inhabits cold offshore waters in the North Atlantic and preys on a variety of marine invertebrates and small fishes. This species is valued by anglers seeking a unique and challenging catch.
Where they live
Found in North Atlantic offshore waters from 60 to 970 meters deep, mostly between 100 and 900 meters. Prefers rocky and epibenthic zones where it hunts near the sea bottom.
Typical size
Up to about 180 cm
What they eat
- sea gooseberries
- small fishes
- echinoderms
- crustaceans
- soft-shelled mollusks
Best baits
- pieces of squid
- fish chunks
- crustaceans
Best lures
- jigs
- soft plastic baits
- large deepwater spoons
How to fish for them
- bottom fishing
- deep water jigging
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