Family Anarhichadidae - wolffishes

Wolffishes are bottom dwelling fishes inhabiting the cold waters of the North Pacific and Atlantic oceans. The head of these fish is large with a mouth having long canine teeth and powerful jaws. These fish are edible but should be handled with caution when caught.

Wolf-eel- Anarrhichthys ocellatus

Remarks:A very seclusive fish living within rocky structures. Seldom seen nor sought after by sportfishers; although the meat is considered excellent. The jetties of the bay would are prime habitat for these fish.

Identification: A large squared head with powerful jaws and canine teeth followed by a long tapering body make this fish unique. Body is gray with darker spots and light rings to pale underneath; young may have an orange coloration above. Adults may approach 2m in length.

Range: Found from the Aleutian Islands to southern California. They live on or near the bottom normally in subtidal rocky substrate to 226m.