Species guide
How to catch Shortspine thornyhead
Sebastolobus alascanus
saltwaterSebastidae
The Shortspine thornyhead is a deepwater fish known for its stout, spiny body and slow growth. It inhabits a wide depth range along the Pacific coast of North America. This species primarily feeds on smaller fish and various bottom-dwelling invertebrates.
Where they live
Found in saltwater along the Pacific coast of North America, ranging from shallow depths of about 17 meters to deep waters down to 1600 meters. It prefers rocky or complex seabed habitats.
Typical size
Up to about 80 cm
What they eat
- small fish
- crabs
- shrimp
- plankton
- other marine invertebrates
Best baits
- fresh squid
- shrimp
- small cut fish pieces
Best lures
- deepwater jig
- soft plastic worm
- metal lure
How to fish for them
- bottom fishing
- deep water jigging
- drop fishing
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