Hi Kevin, the Sheepshead I think you're suggesting is the one that can be found over on the East Coast ( _Archosargus probatocephalus_ ). Over on the West Coast, we have this fish called the California Sheephead ( _Semicossyphus pulcher_ ). While I know nothing about the Sheepshead, the California Sheephead is a very important species because they eat grazers such as the Pacific Purple Sea Urchin ( _Strongylocentrotus purpuratus_ ). If left unchecked, they can decimate whole sections of our kelp forests! Here are Wiki Links for each fish if you're interested: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Archosargus_probatocephalus en.wikipedia.org/wiki/California_sheephead EDIT: Upon double-checking, I just realized that it is California Sheephead without the S in the middle, my apologies for that, but thank you bringing this topic to my attention, I will promptly fix it where I can c:
Sheepshead are all born female and some change to male in about their fifth year. The one you caught was in the middle of going male. Very cool to see in that form! Thanks for sharing.
:O I was honestly confused which gender the Sheephead was on the spot based on the color patterns but I didn’t that was what was going on, probably not often you get to see a Sheephead transitioning but knowing that just makes this video extra special c: I’ll update the description as well to include this information for others who come across it ^-^ Thanks for watching and thanks for the info Joe Cameron c: 👌🎣
Speaking of unusual catches, I finished filming for my next video, I just have to edit it but during that trip, I caught a sculpin that was bright red, like vermillion red! Almost all sculpins I’ve caught have been a nice normal Orange besides this guy 😂 have you ever caught a super red sculpin before?
I guess cabezon have a lot of variation in their colors as well :D have yet to catch a legal sized one so I’m excited for when that day comes c: also for some reason Joe, your comment was held for review so I didn’t see it, which makes no sense 😂
Thanks! Honestly that was the first time I caught a Sheephead from the jetty, usually I expect them from charter boats in deeper water but it was cool to know you can catch some good sized ones from the shore c:
Thanks for watching Brian, and you’re absolutely right, any fish is better than no fish haha, but regardless it’s always nice to get out there and get some fresh air c: 👌🎣
Hi Ryle, for this video I use freshly bought frozen head-on shrimp from local super markets. I like head-on shrimp because it preserves most of the natural shrimpy goodness. I also recommend freshly bought frozen baby squid. Those are my two favorite baits to high low rig because a lot of species will go for either, and they are relatively sturdy baits that stay on your hook well. Squid's a tad more sturdy than shrimp but I feel shrimp catches more fish at least for me. Hope that helps, good luck brother 👌🎣
I like to buy my shrimp bait from local supermarkets close by. You can buy them head-on from markets like 99 Ranch or El Super in their seafood section. You don't need too much, most I need for a full day of fishing is half a pound c: I also prefer head-on because it retains the most shrimpy essence. Prepackaged frozen shrimp will also work, you can get those in the freezer section from like Walmart or Ralphs. The more original the shrimp, the better (not precooked, not deveined, not deshelled, etc). Hope that helps 👌🎣
General catches you may encounter: Barred, Spotted, Or Kelp Bass: 14 inches min California Halibut: 22 inches min California Sheephead: 12 inches min California Sculpin: 10 inches min Barracuda: 28 inches min Surfperch In General: No Size Limit For Ones We Have Here Smelt: No Size Limit Rockfish: No Size Limit Croakers In General: No Size Limit Opaleye: No Size Limit Kelpfish In General: No Size Limit Garibaldi: CA State Fish, Protected, Release Only I may have missed a few but these are the catches I most likely run into at Dana Point, let minnow if you have any more fishing questions, always happy to help c:
This is one of the jetties you can found out in Dana Point, the spot doesn't really matter because I've had good luck all along the jetty haha. The side I was fishing is the oceanfront side though, if you fish on that side I highly recommend you bring a buddy. The waves can be highly aggressive sometimes and you never know when a big wave is going to come in and potentially splash you down :o Extra tackle is also recommended, I will say I've lost a good fair share of weights fishing in Dana Point 😂 Thanks for watching Edgar, let minnow if you have any other questions c:
Sorry to hear that Phantom, was it anything specific? Usually I think Dana Point overall is pretty safe, the jetty can get rough sometimes but as long as there’s no jetty closure sign it’s good to go 👌
That’s not a sheep head in America....
Hi Kevin, the Sheepshead I think you're suggesting is the one that can be found over on the East Coast ( _Archosargus probatocephalus_ ). Over on the West Coast, we have this fish called the California Sheephead ( _Semicossyphus pulcher_ ). While I know nothing about the Sheepshead, the California Sheephead is a very important species because they eat grazers such as the Pacific Purple Sea Urchin ( _Strongylocentrotus purpuratus_ ). If left unchecked, they can decimate whole sections of our kelp forests!
Here are Wiki Links for each fish if you're interested:
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Archosargus_probatocephalus
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/California_sheephead
EDIT: Upon double-checking, I just realized that it is California Sheephead without the S in the middle, my apologies for that, but thank you bringing this topic to my attention, I will promptly fix it where I can c:
It’s a Juvenile sheepshead. Fish on this jetty all the time.
I concur, the one I caught wasn't really big, but I am really excited to see if there are some good keeper ones there :D
Kevin English isn't so smart now lmao
Bro there is two types of sheepshead the California sheepshead and the ones on the east that have a black and white stripes
Sick vid
Heck yeah, thanks for the quick feedback brother c: always trying to improve my craft!
Sheepshead are all born female and some change to male in about their fifth year. The one you caught was in the middle of going male. Very cool to see in that form! Thanks for sharing.
:O I was honestly confused which gender the Sheephead was on the spot based on the color patterns but I didn’t that was what was going on, probably not often you get to see a Sheephead transitioning but knowing that just makes this video extra special c: I’ll update the description as well to include this information for others who come across it ^-^ Thanks for watching and thanks for the info Joe Cameron c: 👌🎣
@@SvenGoesFishing My pleasure. Great and unusual catch my friend!
Speaking of unusual catches, I finished filming for my next video, I just have to edit it but during that trip, I caught a sculpin that was bright red, like vermillion red! Almost all sculpins I’ve caught have been a nice normal Orange besides this guy 😂 have you ever caught a super red sculpin before?
@@SvenGoesFishing Yes sir, Brother! Cabezon can often be a bright red or a dark brick red!
I guess cabezon have a lot of variation in their colors as well :D have yet to catch a legal sized one so I’m excited for when that day comes c: also for some reason Joe, your comment was held for review so I didn’t see it, which makes no sense 😂
Shell video Well done I enjoyed every moment ,,, Champion
Thanks! Honestly that was the first time I caught a Sheephead from the jetty, usually I expect them from charter boats in deeper water but it was cool to know you can catch some good sized ones from the shore c:
2 is better then 0 brother loved the video keep them coming pls im in California aswell
Thanks for watching Brian, and you’re absolutely right, any fish is better than no fish haha, but regardless it’s always nice to get out there and get some fresh air c: 👌🎣
Was nice meeting and talking with you in Lake Isabella
Nice meeting with you too Jimbo :D good luck the next time you hit the coast! Get that cabby 😂
Nice 👍
Very nice 👍
What bait are you using out there? Want to start fishing off of Dana Point
Hi Ryle, for this video I use freshly bought frozen head-on shrimp from local super markets. I like head-on shrimp because it preserves most of the natural shrimpy goodness. I also recommend freshly bought frozen baby squid. Those are my two favorite baits to high low rig because a lot of species will go for either, and they are relatively sturdy baits that stay on your hook well. Squid's a tad more sturdy than shrimp but I feel shrimp catches more fish at least for me.
Hope that helps, good luck brother 👌🎣
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Where do u get the bait
I like to buy my shrimp bait from local supermarkets close by. You can buy them head-on from markets like 99 Ranch or El Super in their seafood section. You don't need too much, most I need for a full day of fishing is half a pound c: I also prefer head-on because it retains the most shrimpy essence. Prepackaged frozen shrimp will also work, you can get those in the freezer section from like Walmart or Ralphs. The more original the shrimp, the better (not precooked, not deveined, not deshelled, etc). Hope that helps 👌🎣
i like the tips at the start awesome vid!
Glad the tips were helpful c: thanks for watching :D
Sheephead in CA. Sheepshead in different states.
Yep :D I do wonder why California didn’t just go with sheepshead as well 😂
What kinda bait do you use on your rigg
More often than not, I’m probably using shrimp 😂 it’s my go to bait all the time
planning to visit the place what are the legal size fish and fish to catch or release
General catches you may encounter:
Barred, Spotted, Or Kelp Bass: 14 inches min
California Halibut: 22 inches min
California Sheephead: 12 inches min
California Sculpin: 10 inches min
Barracuda: 28 inches min
Surfperch In General: No Size Limit For Ones We Have Here
Smelt: No Size Limit
Rockfish: No Size Limit
Croakers In General: No Size Limit
Opaleye: No Size Limit
Kelpfish In General: No Size Limit
Garibaldi: CA State Fish, Protected, Release Only
I may have missed a few but these are the catches I most likely run into at Dana Point, let minnow if you have any more fishing questions, always happy to help c:
Where is this fishing spot location at? I’ve been wanting to fish out in Dana Point
This is one of the jetties you can found out in Dana Point, the spot doesn't really matter because I've had good luck all along the jetty haha. The side I was fishing is the oceanfront side though, if you fish on that side I highly recommend you bring a buddy. The waves can be highly aggressive sometimes and you never know when a big wave is going to come in and potentially splash you down :o Extra tackle is also recommended, I will say I've lost a good fair share of weights fishing in Dana Point 😂 Thanks for watching Edgar, let minnow if you have any other questions c:
Is shrimp good for sheepshead 4:15
Yeah shrimps pretty good for sheephead c:
I been there once and I dont feel safe in that area.
Sorry to hear that Phantom, was it anything specific? Usually I think Dana Point overall is pretty safe, the jetty can get rough sometimes but as long as there’s no jetty closure sign it’s good to go 👌