Scorpaenichthys marmoratus
How to identify a Cabezon
Cabezon are found in reefs, rock piles, wrecks, ledges; from nearshore to deep. Use these features as a starting point and compare with a full identification guide before relying on any identification.
EnvironmentSaltwater
SeasonOften year-round; weather windows and depth matter
Habitat and range
Reefs, rock piles, wrecks, ledges; from nearshore to deep
Where to catch Cabezon
- Central/Northern CA, OR, WA
Baits and lures
Jigs · bait rigs (squid · herring) · metal · bounce bottom structure
Related species
Often caught in the same waters or confused with Cabezon:
- California Corbina — identification & profile (Saltwater)
- California Flyingfish — identification & profile (Saltwater)
- California Halibut — identification & profile (Saltwater)
- California Sheephead — identification & profile (Saltwater)
- Canary Rockfish — identification & profile (Saltwater)
- Capelin — identification & profile (Saltwater)
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