Saltwater
Tilefish
Lopholatilus chamaeleonticeps
- Peak season
- Spring through Fall (April-October)
- Length range
- 30–100 cm
- Weight range
- 1–25 kg
- Typical depth
- 80–300 m
Habitat
Deep ocean clay bottoms and submarine canyons at 80-300 m depth along the Atlantic coast. Burrows into the seabed.
Behavior
Deep-water bottom dweller that creates burrows in clay substrate. Feeds on crabs, shrimp, and mollusks near the bottom.
Best techniques
- Deep-drop fishing with squid or clam bait
- Electric reel bottom fishing
- Heavy jig with cut bait
- Multi-hook deep-drop rig
