Common Southern California Fish
The Pacific Ocean is a host to a diverse ecology. Living in Southern California you are likely to see everything from Blue Whales and Dolphins, to Seals and Sea Lions.
Fishing is also a favorite past time of communities living near the water. When visiting San Diego and other great Southern California cities, remember to bring your rod and reel! Or you can always rent one!
Often times you’ll enjoy people fishing off the docks, some people even trap Dungeness Crab! Some people prefer fishing in the open water, that’s probably our personal favorite!
With so many different fishing techniques the options for fun with the family are almost limitless.
I’ve compiled a list of common fish found along the Southern California Coast.
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- Barred Surfperch
- California Corbina
- Walleye Surfperch
- Leopard Shark
- California Halibut
- Shovelnose Guitarfish
- Yellowfin Croaker
- Spotfin Croaker
- Bat Ray
- Various Rockfish
- Sculpin
- Kelp Bass
- Pacific Tomcod
- Halibut
- Petrale Sole
- Boccaccio
- Albacore
- Bigeye Tuna
- Bonito Shark
- Chinook Salmon
- Coho Salmon
- Pacific Mackerel
- Skipjack
- Striped Marlin
- Swordfish
- Yellowfin Tuna
The California Department of Fish & Wildlife has wonderful tools to help you identify your big catch!