Species guide
How to catch Pacific ocean perch
Sebastes alutus
saltwatergame fishSebastidae
The Pacific ocean perch is a saltwater rockfish known for its robust body and deep-water habitat. It is a predator hunting a variety of small fish, squid, and shrimp. Popular among anglers, it can reach over half a meter in length.
Where they live
Found in the colder waters of the North Pacific, this species inhabits depths from near the surface down to about 825 meters. It is common along the Pacific coasts of North America.
Typical size
Up to about 53 cm
What they eat
- small fish
- squid
- cephalopods
- shrimp
- lanternfish
Best baits
- cut fish
- squid strips
- shrimp
Best lures
- jigs
- soft plastic baits
- deep-water spoons
How to fish for them
- bottom fishing
- jigging
- deep drop fishing
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