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Arrowtooth flounder
Atheresthes stomias
Overview
The arrowtooth flounder is a fish in the family Pleuronectidae. It can be caught from the Bering Sea to Santa Rosa Island, California. At present, it is the most common fish in the Gulf of Alaska. Data is insufficient for many of the flounder's general traits, including size and age of sexual maturity. Spawning is known to occur from December through February and the species can live up to 27 years.
Best Baits & Lures
Live Baits
- Herring
Cut herring works very well.
- Sand Lance
A natural forage fish.
- Squid
Use whole or cut squid.
- Shrimp
Effective if other baits unavailable.
Artificial Lures
Techniques
Drift your bait or lure close to the bottom in areas with moderate current, paying close attention to depth changes where they tend to hold.
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Where to Find Arrowtooth flounder
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best bait for Arrowtooth flounder?+
Popular baits for Arrowtooth flounder include Herring, Sand Lance, Squid, Shrimp, Berkley Gulp! Grub. Tip: Drift your bait or lure close to the bottom in areas with moderate current, paying close attention to depth changes where they tend to hold.
Where can I catch Arrowtooth flounder?+
Arrowtooth flounder can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Alaska, United States; Ontario, Canada; British Columbia, Canada. WikiCatch lists 9 fishing spots where this species is found.
How big do Arrowtooth flounder get?+
Arrowtooth flounder (Atheresthes stomias) can reach up to 83.9999974 cm in length and 8.6 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.
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