Saltwater
Pacific Rockfish
Sebastes spp.
- Peak season
- Year-round (varies by species)
- Length range
- 20–70 cm
- Weight range
- 0.3–8 kg
- Typical depth
- 10–300 m
Habitat
Rocky reefs, kelp beds, and deep underwater structure along the Pacific coast. Many species from 10–300m depth.
Behavior
Structure-oriented fish that hovers near rocks and kelp. Wide variety of species; most are bottom-dwelling.
Best techniques
- Shrimp fly rigs dropped to bottom
- Cut bait on dropper loop
- Jigging with small metal jigs
- Soft plastics near structure
