Golden Redfish
Sebastes norvegicus
Golden redfish are deep-water marine fish with reddish-orange coloration and large eyes adapted for low-light conditions. They are a popular commercial and recreational species in northern Atlantic waters.
Golden Redfish at a glance
- Scientific name
- Sebastes norvegicus
- Typical size
- 16-24 inches, 2-8 lbs
- Water
- Saltwater
- Habitat
- Offshore
- Rarity in the Fishdex™
- Rare
Habitat
Golden redfish inhabit deep waters typically between 300-1,500 feet deep along the continental shelf and slopes. Anglers target them using heavy tackle and deep-dropping techniques with cut bait or jigs. They are commonly found in the Gulf of Maine and other northern Atlantic regions.
Catch one and it is yours
Log a golden redfish 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™ worksGolden Redfish questions people ask
Golden Redfish is Sebastes norvegicus.
A typical golden redfish runs 16-24 inches, 2-8 lbs. Cobia records the length and weight of every golden redfish you log and keeps your personal best on its Fishdex entry.
Golden redfish inhabit deep waters typically between 300-1,500 feet deep along the continental shelf and slopes. Anglers target them using heavy tackle and deep-dropping techniques with cut bait or jigs. They are commonly found in the Gulf of Maine and other northern Atlantic regions. It is a salt water species, filed under offshore 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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