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Buffalo sculpin

Enophrys bison

Family
Cottidae
Max Length
37 cm
Max Weight
1.5 kg
IUCN Status
NE
Water Type
saltwater
Fishing Spots
25

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

  • Pile worms

    Effective, natural food source.

  • Sand worms

    Another natural food choice, readily available.

  • Small shrimp

    Often used whole or in pieces.

  • Cut bait (herring, anchovy)

    Strong scent attracts attention.

Artificial Lures

  • Berkley Gulp! SandwormSoft Plastic

    Scented, good for slow retrieves.

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  • Worden's Rooster Tail SpinnerSpinner

    Flashy, good for moving water.

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  • Kastmaster SpoonSpoon

    Dense, casts far, imitates baitfish.

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  • Northland Tackle Fire-Ball JigJig

    Good for bouncing along the bottom.

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Techniques

Buffalo sculpin are bottom feeders; use a slow retrieve or fish your bait/lure on the bottom near rocky areas or pilings.

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Where to Find Buffalo sculpin

British Columbia, Canada7 spotsOregon, United States5 spotsWashington, United States3 spotsOntario, Canada2 spotsIllinois, United States1 spotsMinnesota, United States1 spotsManitoba, Canada1 spotsQuébec, Canada1 spotsCalifornia, United States1 spotsFlorida, United States1 spots
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Buffalo sculpin?+

Popular baits for Buffalo sculpin include Pile worms, Sand worms, Small shrimp, Cut bait (herring, anchovy), Berkley Gulp! Sandworm. Tip: Buffalo sculpin are bottom feeders; use a slow retrieve or fish your bait/lure on the bottom near rocky areas or pilings.

Where can I catch Buffalo sculpin?+

Buffalo sculpin can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include British Columbia, Canada; Oregon, United States; Washington, United States. WikiCatch lists 25 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Buffalo sculpin get?+

Buffalo sculpin (Enophrys bison) can reach up to 37.0000005 cm in length and 1.5092 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is NE.

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