Species guide
How to catch Silvery John dory
Zenopsis conchifer
The Silvery John dory is a deep-bodied saltwater fish known for its distinctive shape and silvery color. It often forms small schools near the seafloor or midwater and preys on smaller fish. This species is not typically sought as a game fish but is interesting for its habitat and behavior.
Where they live
Found in coastal waters over muddy bottoms, the Silvery John dory inhabits depths ranging from 50 to 600 meters across the Atlantic, Indian Ocean, and Mediterranean regions near North America.
Typical size
Up to about 80 cm
What they eat
- small fish
- krill
- other crustaceans
Best baits
- small baitfish
- shrimp
- cut bait
Best lures
- soft plastic small fish imitations
- jigs
How to fish for them
- bottom fishing
- jigging
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