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Flathead sole

Hippoglossoides elassodon

Family
Pleuronectidae
Max Length
52 cm
Max Weight
1.6 kg
IUCN Status
LC
Water Type
saltwater
Fishing Spots
2

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

  • Sand shrimp

    A local favorite; very effective.

  • Pile worms

    Durable and attract fish.

  • Clams

    Use small, tender clams.

  • Mussels

    Good when other baits are scarce.

Artificial Lures

  • Berkley Gulp! SandwormSoft Plastic

    Effective scent and action.

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  • Crippled Herring SpoonSpoon

    Great for jigging near the bottom.

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  • Buzz Bomb JigJig

    Cast, let sink, and jig retrieve.

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  • Krocodile SpoonSpoon

    Versatile spoon for casting or trolling.

    Buy

Techniques

Flathead sole are bottom feeders, so keep your bait or lure near the seabed and use slow retrieves to entice a strike.

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Where to Find Flathead sole

Manitoba, Canada1 spotsOntario, Canada1 spots
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Flathead sole?+

Popular baits for Flathead sole include Sand shrimp, Pile worms, Clams, Mussels, Berkley Gulp! Sandworm. Tip: Flathead sole are bottom feeders, so keep your bait or lure near the seabed and use slow retrieves to entice a strike.

Where can I catch Flathead sole?+

Flathead sole can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Manitoba, Canada; Ontario, Canada. WikiCatch lists 2 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Flathead sole get?+

Flathead sole (Hippoglossoides elassodon) can reach up to 51.9999981 cm in length and 1.6 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.

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