Species guide
How to catch Bigmouth sanddab
Citharichthys gilberti
freshwaterbrackishsaltwaterCyclopsettidae
The bigmouth sanddab is a small flatfish known for its short and deep body shape. It inhabits soft bottom areas such as bays and estuaries and can occasionally be found in freshwater. This species feeds primarily on larger bottom-dwelling invertebrates and small fish.
Where they live
Lives on soft bottoms in bays, estuaries, and trawling grounds, sometimes entering freshwater. Found across North and South America in Pacific waters, down to depths of around 36 meters.
Typical size
Up to about 28 cm
What they eat
- small fish
- large bottom-dwelling invertebrates
Best baits
- worms
- small fish pieces
- crustaceans
Best lures
- small jigs
- soft plastic grubs
- bottom bouncers
How to fish for them
- bottom fishing
- light tackle angling
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