Calico Surfperch
Amphistichus koelzi
A popular Pacific Coast surfperch species known for its distinctive barred pattern and excellent eating quality. They are commonly targeted by surf anglers and pier fishermen.
Calico Surfperch at a glance
- Scientific name
- Amphistichus koelzi
- Typical size
- 8-12 inches, 0.5-2 lbs
- Water
- Saltwater
- Habitat
- Inshore
- Rarity in the Fishdex™
- Common
Habitat
Found along sandy beaches and rocky areas from central California to Baja California. Anglers typically target them from shore using sand crabs, marine worms, and small baits fished near the bottom in the surf zone.
Catch one and it is yours
Log a calico surfperch through the Cobia Camera and this entry fills in with your photo, your personal best, and the exact conditions on the day. The app also carries the slot and season rules for wherever you are standing.
How the Fishdex™ worksCalico Surfperch questions people ask
Calico Surfperch is Amphistichus koelzi.
A typical calico surfperch runs 8-12 inches, 0.5-2 lbs. Cobia records the length and weight of every calico surfperch you log and keeps your personal best on its Fishdex entry.
Found along sandy beaches and rocky areas from central California to Baja California. Anglers typically target them from shore using sand crabs, marine worms, and small baits fished near the bottom in the surf zone. It is a salt water species, filed under inshore in the Fishdex.
Yes. Log one through the Cobia Camera and this entry fills in with your own photo, your personal best, and the conditions on the day you caught it. The app also carries the slot limits and season dates for wherever you are standing. It is free.
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