Species guide
How to catch Yellowtail rockfish
Sebastes flavidus
saltwatergame fishSebastidae
The yellowtail rockfish is a schooling species found along steep rocky shores and reefs. It is a predatory fish feeding on pelagic crustaceans, small fish, and squid. This viviparous rockfish is prized by anglers for its fight and taste.
Where they live
Found in saltwater off the Pacific coast of North America, yellowtail rockfish inhabit depths from near the surface down to over 500 meters, often schooling above rocky reefs or sheltering in crevices.
Typical size
Up to about 66 cm
What they eat
- pelagic crustaceans
- small fishes
- squid
Best baits
- squid strips
- anchovies
- shrimp
Best lures
- jigs
- soft plastic swimbaits
- metal spoons
How to fish for them
- bottom fishing
- jigging
- drift fishing
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