Species guide
How to catch Longfin codling
Laemonema longipes
saltwaterMoridae
The Longfin codling is a deepwater fish known for its elongated body and distinctive long fins. It inhabits the continental slope of the Pacific Ocean, where it lives at considerable depths. This species is not typically targeted by anglers.
Where they live
Found in deep saltwater along the continental slope of the Pacific Ocean, ranging from depths of 80 to over 1800 meters.
Typical size
Up to about 72 cm
What they eat
- small planktonic crustaceans
- krill species
- small shrimp
Best baits
- small shrimp baits
- cut bait
Best lures
- small jigs
- deepwater soft plastics
How to fish for them
- deepwater bottom fishing
- using baited traps
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