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Atlantic ocean perch

Sebastes norvegicus

Family
Sebastidae
Max Length
100 cm
Max Weight
15 kg
IUCN Status
NE
Water Type
saltwater
Fishing Spots
30

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

  • Sand Eels

    Effective when perch are feeding near the bottom.

  • Mussels

    Crushed slightly to release scent; very effective.

  • Shrimp

    Use fresh or frozen shrimp; a readily available bait.

  • Clams

    Good for attracting perch in deeper waters.

Artificial Lures

  • P-Line Laser Minnow 4 inchSoft Plastic

    Mimics small baitfish; various colors work well.

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  • Savage Gear Cutbait Herring 6 inchSoft Plastic

    Good for jigging in deeper water.

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  • Shimano Butterfly Jig 135gJig

    Vertical jigging near structure works best.

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  • Luhr Jensen Krocodile Spoon 1 ozSpoon

    Classic spoon action attracts attention.

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  • Tsunami Pro Deep Sea Jig 8 ozJig

    Great for reaching the bottom in deep waters.

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Techniques

Target rocky bottoms and drop-offs, varying your jigging motion to find what triggers strikes; use sonar to locate schools of fish.

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Where to Find Atlantic ocean perch

Québec, Canada5 spotsMaine, United States1 spotsAlba / Scotland, United Kingdom1 spotsNova Scotia, Canada1 spots
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Atlantic ocean perch?+

Popular baits for Atlantic ocean perch include Sand Eels, Mussels, Shrimp, Clams, P-Line Laser Minnow 4 inch. Tip: Target rocky bottoms and drop-offs, varying your jigging motion to find what triggers strikes; use sonar to locate schools of fish.

Where can I catch Atlantic ocean perch?+

Atlantic ocean perch can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Québec, Canada; Maine, United States; Alba / Scotland, United Kingdom. WikiCatch lists 30 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Atlantic ocean perch get?+

Atlantic ocean perch (Sebastes norvegicus) can reach up to 100 cm in length and 15 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is NE.

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