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Dusky rockfish

Sebastes ciliatus

Family
Sebastidae
Max Length
53 cm
Max Weight
1.8 kg
IUCN Status
NE
Water Type
saltwater
Fishing Spots
11

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

  • Sand Shrimp

    Effective, especially near the bottom.

  • Pile Worms

    Good all-around bait for rockfish.

  • Small Crabs

    Natural food source, use near structure.

  • Anchovies

    Cut bait or whole on a dropper loop.

  • Herring

    Effective when rockfish are feeding aggressively.

Artificial Lures

  • Berkley Gulp! NemesisSoft Plastic

    Use on a jig head.

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  • Kastmaster SpoonSpoon

    Silver or gold, cast and retrieve.

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  • Crippled Herring JigJig

    Jig vertically near structure.

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  • Buzz BombJig

    Silver or iridescent colors work well.

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  • Worden's Rooster TailSpinner

    White or chartreuse colors.

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Techniques

Dusky rockfish often hold near structure, so target rocky reefs and kelp beds, and experiment with different jigging motions to find what triggers strikes.

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Where to Find Dusky rockfish

Alaska, United States4 spotsBritish Columbia, Canada2 spotsOntario, Canada2 spotsManitoba, Canada1 spotsQuébec, Canada1 spots
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Dusky rockfish?+

Popular baits for Dusky rockfish include Sand Shrimp, Pile Worms, Small Crabs, Anchovies, Herring. Tip: Dusky rockfish often hold near structure, so target rocky reefs and kelp beds, and experiment with different jigging motions to find what triggers strikes.

Where can I catch Dusky rockfish?+

Dusky rockfish can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Alaska, United States; British Columbia, Canada; Ontario, Canada. WikiCatch lists 11 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Dusky rockfish get?+

Dusky rockfish (Sebastes ciliatus) can reach up to 52.999997099999995 cm in length and 1.8 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is NE.

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