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How to catch Dover sole

Microstomus pacificus

Stylized 2D illustration of Dover sole
saltwatergame fishPleuronectidae

The Dover sole is a saltwater flatfish known for its short, deep body shape and prized as a game fish. It inhabits depths ranging from shallow coastal waters to over a thousand meters deep. This species is a predator that hunts small bottom-dwelling creatures in the ocean.

Where they live

Found in Pacific North American saltwaters, Dover sole live on the sea floor from 10 to 1370 meters deep. Juveniles and adults occupy similar habitat zones along the continental shelf and slope.

Typical size

Up to about 76 cm

What they eat

  • small crustaceans
  • benthic invertebrates
  • macrofauna

Best baits

  • worms
  • small crustaceans
  • cut bait

Best lures

  • soft plastic grubs
  • jigs
  • small spoons

How to fish for them

  • bottom fishing
  • drift fishing
  • jigging

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