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Calico surfperch

Amphistichus koelzi

Family
Embiotocidae
Max Length
31 cm
Max Weight
0.8 kg
IUCN Status
LC
Water Type
saltwater
Fishing Spots
18

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

  • Sand Crabs

    Excellent choice, readily available on beaches.

  • Pile Worms

    Very effective, especially for larger fish.

  • Bloodworms

    Another great choice, use small pieces.

  • Ghost Shrimp

    Pump them from mudflats near the surf.

Artificial Lures

  • Berkley Gulp! SandwormSoft Plastic

    Use motor oil or camo colors.

    Buy
  • Lucky Craft Flash Minnow 110Jerkbait

    Silver or ghost minnow patterns work well.

    Buy
  • Krocodile Spoon 1/4 ozSpoon

    Silver or gold, retrieve at medium speed.

    Buy
  • Daiwa Silver Creek Minnow 50SMinnow

    Twitch and pause near structure.

    Buy
  • War Eagle Spinnerbait 1/4 ozSpinnerbait

    White or chartreuse skirt is effective.

    Buy

Techniques

Fish near sandy beaches and rocky outcroppings during incoming and outgoing tides when surfperch actively feed.

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Where to Find Calico surfperch

California, United States13 spotsManitoba, Canada1 spotsOntario, Canada1 spots
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Calico surfperch?+

Popular baits for Calico surfperch include Sand Crabs, Pile Worms, Bloodworms, Ghost Shrimp, Berkley Gulp! Sandworm. Tip: Fish near sandy beaches and rocky outcroppings during incoming and outgoing tides when surfperch actively feed.

Where can I catch Calico surfperch?+

Calico surfperch can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include California, United States; Manitoba, Canada; Ontario, Canada. WikiCatch lists 18 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Calico surfperch get?+

Calico surfperch (Amphistichus koelzi) can reach up to 31.0000002 cm in length and 0.8458 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.

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