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Monkeyface prickleback

Cebidichthys violaceus

Family
Stichaeidae
Max Length
76 cm
Max Weight
15.9 kg
IUCN Status
NE
Water Type
saltwater
Fishing Spots
11

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

  • Pile worms

    Excellent all-around bait.

  • Blood worms

    Good for attracting bites.

  • Shrimp pieces

    Effective and easy to acquire.

  • Mussels

    Use fresh, cracked mussels.

  • Small crabs

    Good choice when available.

Artificial Lures

  • Berkley Gulp! SandwormSoft Plastic

    Scent is very effective.

    Buy
  • Daiwa D-MinnowCrankbait

    Small minnow imitation.

    Buy
  • Kastmaster SpoonSpoon

    Retrieve slowly near the bottom.

    Buy
  • Z-Man Finesse TRDSoft Plastic

    Use with a jighead.

    Buy
  • Panther Martin SpinnerSpinner

    Small sizes work best.

    Buy

Techniques

Fish near rocks and structure, as Monkeyface pricklebacks like to hide in crevices; use a slow retrieve and feel for subtle bites.

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Where to Find Monkeyface prickleback

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Monkeyface prickleback?+

Popular baits for Monkeyface prickleback include Pile worms, Blood worms, Shrimp pieces, Mussels, Small crabs. Tip: Fish near rocks and structure, as Monkeyface pricklebacks like to hide in crevices; use a slow retrieve and feel for subtle bites.

Where can I catch Monkeyface prickleback?+

Monkeyface prickleback can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include California, United States; Oregon, United States; Baja California Sur, Mexico. WikiCatch lists 11 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Monkeyface prickleback get?+

Monkeyface prickleback (Cebidichthys violaceus) can reach up to 75.999999 cm in length and 15.9196 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is NE.

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