Species guide
How to catch Spiny dreamer
Oneirodes acanthias
#1390
#1390SaltwaterSaltwaterNorth AmericaPacific
The spiny dreamer is a small, deep-bodied anglerfish known for its unique appearance and deep-sea habitat. It inhabits Pacific waters near North America, dwelling at depths up to 1750 meters. This species feeds selectively on plankton.
Where they live
Found in Pacific saltwater regions near North America, spiny dreamers live at depths from surface to 1750 meters, mostly in deep ocean environments.
Typical size
Up to about 20 cm
What they eat
- plankton
Best baits
- small plankton-like bait
- tiny shrimp
Best lures
- small fluttering lures
- soft minnow imitations
How to fish for them
- deep-sea jigging
- plankton mimic drifting
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