Species guide
How to catch Shotted halibut
Eopsetta grigorjewi
saltwatergame fishPleuronectidae
The Shotted halibut is a saltwater flatfish known for its short, deep body shape. It inhabits sublittoral zones over sandy mud bottoms, typically in the Pacific Ocean. This species is valued as a game fish by anglers.
Where they live
Lives on sandy mud bottoms in sublittoral zones of the Pacific Ocean, from shallow waters down to 200 meters depth.
Typical size
Up to about 60 cm
What they eat
- small fish
- crustaceans
- benthic invertebrates
Best baits
- shrimp
- worms
- small baitfish
Best lures
- soft plastic grubs
- jigs
- bottom bouncers
How to fish for them
- bottom fishing
- drift fishing
- casting near sandy mud areas
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