Surfperches: Family Embiotocidae
Species: Phanerodon atripes (Jordan & Gilbert, 1880); from the Greek root words phaneros (meaning evident) and odons (tooth) meaning (for some reason) that this fish does not have large teeth and the Latin words atri (entrance or black) and pes (base of or foot) for the black-tipped pelvic fins. Family Embiotocidae, subfamily Embiotocinae.
Alternate Names: Blackfoot seaperch and sharpnose surfperch. In Mexico called mojarra picuda.
Identification: These surfperch are very similar in shape to the white seaperch but coloring is different and the pelvic fins are black tipped. Their coloring is silvery with reddish-brown marks on the back, and black or dusky-tipped pelvic fins.
Size: To 11.5 inches but most caught from piers are between 8-10 inches.
Range: Islas San Benito, central Baja California, to Yaquina Bay, Oregon. Common from Punta Baja, northern Baja California, to central California.
Habitat: A structure-oriented fish that is found from shallow water down to deep water—750 feet deep. Often found in kelp beds, eelgrass beds, over rocky reefs, and around oil platforms.
Piers: During the summer months the females move from deep waters into shallower waters to give birth. At such times they are sometimes found in schools mixed with blackperch, pileperch, and white seaperch. During these summer months it is an infrequent catch at several Monterey Bay piers. Best bets are the Monterey Wharf #2, Monterey Coast Guard Pier, and the Santa Cruz Wharf.
Shoreline: An occasional catch by shore anglers in central California.
Boats: An inshore species rarely taken from boats.
Bait and Tackle: By far, the best bait is live pile worms or small crabs; next would be fresh mussels or small pieces of shrimp. The most common setup used by locals in Monterey is a small size 8 hook fished directly on the end of the line with a small split-shot sinker attached a short way up from the hook. Above this is attached a small bobber which indicates when the fish bites; anglers here seem to give a quick jerk to try to hook the light-biting fish. The fish are generally found in the surface canopy or mid-depth area, which is one reason for using the bobber. The ones I have caught were all taken on a high/low leader.
Food Value: Most are fairly small yielding little meat. The flesh is mild in flavor with small flakes and soft texture. They taste best during the non-spawning season, are low in fat content, and can be cooked using most methods.
Comments: This seems to be one of the harder perch to hook. I spent several exasperating hours fishing for these perch at the Monterey Wharf #2 and watching locals (a few with the know-how) catch them before I caught my first sharpnose seaperch. However, since then I’ve caught several of the fish at the pier using my normal high/low leader and adjusting the depth of the line to where I was getting bites.
For whatever reason, there has seemed to be considerable fluctuations in the population of these fish over the years—or at least in the reported population. Jordan and Gilbert (1882) said “Monterey Bay, locally abundant,” while Eigenmann (1893) said “the commonest species in Monterey Bay.” However few sharpnose were reported in Fish and Game surveys over the years until the 1960s when they again began to show up in decent numbers.
It’s reported that sharpnose seaperch act as “cleaner fish” during the fall when Mola mola, the ocean sunfish, come in to the shallow waters at Point Lobos just south of Monterey.
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Sharpnose Seaperch (Phanerodon atripes) is a marine fish species belonging to the surfperch family (Embiotocidae), commonly found along the Pacific coast of North America.
Great info on the sharpnose seaperch. Clear, helpful tips on identification and pier fishing — really useful read.
Great breakdown of the sharpnose seaperch. I appreciate the clear description of their habits and where anglers are most likely to find them. It’s helpful to understand how structure, depth, and bait choice all play a role, especially for those who might overlook this species while targeting others. Informative and practical for anyone fishing from a pier.
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This is an interesting fish with a unique name. I didn’t realize the meaning behind its name and how it relates to its features. It’s fascinating how language and biology come together in naming species. I wonder how common the Sharpnose Seaperch is in coastal areas.
Great detailed profile on the sharpnose seaperch! I had no idea this species was also called the blackfoot seaperch. The comparison with other surfperch species really helps with identification – the pointed snout and dark markings near the pectoral fin base are key features to look for. The best bait recommendations are also really practical. This whole pier fishing fish guide is incredibly comprehensive – bookmarked for my next trip to the coast.
Great writeup on the sharpnose seaperch! The identification tips about the black striping on the dorsal fin are really helpful for anglers trying to tell them apart from other surfperch species. I run a creative image editing platform and we actually get requests for fish identification photos from time to time — this kind of detailed reference material is invaluable. Thanks for sharing your knowledge about California pier fishing!
The sharpnose seaperch is one of those species that a lot of people catch but do not think much about. Your breakdown of the differences between sharpnose and other surfperches is really valuable. I caught what I think was one of these off the Venice Pier last month and was not sure about the ID until reading this. The eating quality section is also helpful since I have been wondering if they are worth keeping.