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Slender sole

Slender sole

Lyopsetta exilis

Family
Pleuronectidae
Max Length
35 cm
Max Weight
1.3 kg
IUCN Status
LC
Water Type
saltwater
Fishing Spots
1

Overview

The slender sole is a species of flatfish in the family Pleuronectidae. It is a demersal fish that lives on bottoms near rocky areas at depths of between 25 and 800 metres. Its native habitat is the eastern Pacific coast, from the mouth of the Alsek River in Alaska in the north to Isla Cedros in Baja California, Mexico in the south. It can reach up to 35 centimetres (14 in) in length.

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

  • Sandworms

    Effective when drifting along the bottom.

  • Pile worms

    Another readily available worm option.

  • Shrimp

    Small pieces work well on smaller hooks.

  • Clam necks

    Tough bait that stays on the hook.

  • Mussel

    Chumming with crushed mussel attracts sole.

Artificial Lures

  • Berkley Gulp! SandwormSoft Plastic

    Rig on a jig head and drag slowly.

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  • Point Wilson DartJig

    Vary the jigging retrieve to find what works.

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  • Kastmaster SpoonSpoon

    Small sizes in silver or gold are productive.

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  • Crippled HerringSpoon

    Small sizes work well for casting.

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  • Lucky Craft Flash Minnow 95Jerkbait

    Can trigger bites when other lures fail.

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Techniques

Use a slow retrieve close to the bottom as Slender Sole are bottom-dwellers, and consider scent attractants.

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Where to Find Slender sole

Ontario, Canada1 spots
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Slender sole?+

Popular baits for Slender sole include Sandworms, Pile worms, Shrimp, Clam necks, Mussel. Tip: Use a slow retrieve close to the bottom as Slender Sole are bottom-dwellers, and consider scent attractants.

Where can I catch Slender sole?+

Slender sole can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Ontario, Canada. WikiCatch lists 1 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Slender sole get?+

Slender sole (Lyopsetta exilis) can reach up to 34.9999994 cm in length and 1.2582 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.

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