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California Sheephead
Semicossyphus pulcher
Also known as: Vieja californiana, Labre de Californie, Peixe-carpinteiro-californiano
Quick answer
Best fished in coastal/nearshore areas during seasonal peaks. Use Hardback Crab and prefer shore/boat tactics listed below.
How to fish for California Sheephead
Top techniques
- Bottom fishing / ledgering
- Vertical / shore jigging
Recommended bait
Hardback Crab, Prawn / Shrimp, Squid/Cuttle Strip