Species guide
How to catch Pacific viperfish
Chauliodus macouni
saltwaterStomiidae
The Pacific viperfish is a deep-sea predator known for its elongated body and sharp teeth. It inhabits a wide depth range in the Pacific Ocean and uses bioluminescent photophores to lure prey. This species feeds primarily on small invertebrates and fish in deep waters.
Where they live
Lives in the Pacific Ocean along the North American coast, ranging from depths of 25 to 4390 meters. Prefers deep ocean waters, often near the ocean floor.
Typical size
Up to about 29 cm
What they eat
- small planktonic invertebrates
- benthic invertebrates
- small fish
Best baits
- small squid pieces
- cut bait fish
Best lures
- small deep-water jigs
- bioluminescent lures
How to fish for them
- deep sea jigging
- using illuminated lures
- deep dropping
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