Species guide

How to catch Pike icefish

Champsocephalus esox

Stylized 2D illustration of Pike icefish
saltwaterChannichthyidae

The Pike icefish is a small, elongated saltwater fish found in both the Atlantic and Pacific oceans. It primarily feeds on smaller fishes and krill. This species inhabits waters from about 50 to 250 meters deep.

Where they live

Found in saltwater regions of the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans, living at depths between 50 and 250 meters. Prefers cool, deeper waters where it hunts for prey.

Typical size

Up to about 35 cm

What they eat

  • small fish
  • krill

Best baits

  • small fish pieces
  • shrimp

Best lures

  • small jigs
  • soft plastic minnow imitations

How to fish for them

  • bottom fishing
  • jigging

Track every Pike icefish you catch.

Bobbr turns each catch into a species collection, quests, and streaks. We're building it now — join the iOS waitlist for $19 lifetime founding access.

Claim founding access
How to catch Pike icefish | Bobbr