Species guide
How to catch Southern opah
Lampris immaculatus
The Southern opah, also known as Moonfish, is a deep-bodied, large saltwater fish found across the Atlantic, Pacific, and Indian Oceans. It primarily feeds on squid and fishes and is known for its distinctive rounded shape. Despite its size, it is not commonly targeted as a game fish.
Where they live
Found in temperate to cold deep waters ranging from 50 to 485 meters depth in the Atlantic, Pacific, and Indian Oceans. They often inhabit midwater zones where their prey like squid and small fish are abundant.
Typical size
Up to about 110 cm
What they eat
- squid
- small fishes
- krill
Best baits
- cut squid
- small fish pieces
Best lures
- large squid imitations
- deep water jigs
How to fish for them
- deep water jigging
- bottom fishing
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