Species guide
How to catch Giant seabass
Stereolepis gigas
saltwatergame fishStereolepididae
The giant seabass is a large, powerful predator native to the Pacific waters off North America. Known for its impressive size, it is a prized game fish with a robust, fusiform body. It primarily hunts other fish in coastal habitats.
Where they live
Giant seabass inhabit shallow to moderately deep saltwater coastal areas from 5 to 46 meters deep in the Pacific along North America. They are usually found near rocky reefs and kelp beds.
Typical size
Up to about 250 cm
What they eat
- various fish species
Best baits
- anchovies
- mackerel
- sardines
Best lures
- large jigs
- deep-diving plugs
- soft plastic swimbaits
How to fish for them
- bottom fishing
- trolling
- casting near reefs
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