Species guide

How to catch Sea raven

Hemitripterus villosus

Stylized 2D illustration of Sea raven
saltwatergame fishAgonidae

The sea raven is a saltwater fish known for its shaggy appearance and fusiform body. Juveniles mainly eat mysids and shrimp, while adults shift to a diet of small fish. This species is found in the Pacific and can grow up to 35 cm long.

Where they live

Inhabits Pacific saltwater areas from shallow waters down to 550 meters deep. Prefers regions where it can hunt along the ocean floor.

Typical size

Up to about 35 cm

What they eat

  • mysids
  • shrimp
  • small fish

Best baits

  • shrimp
  • small fish pieces
  • marine worms

Best lures

  • soft plastic shrimp imitations
  • small jigs
  • micro spoons

How to fish for them

  • bottom fishing
  • jigging
  • light spinning

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