Kelp Bass (Calico Bass)
Paralabrax clathratus
Size & Weight
Max Length
28.0"
Max Weight
14.5 lbs
Lifespan
33 years
Habitat
Depth Range
0 - 150 ft
Kelp forests; rocky reefs
Fishing Tips
PNW Season
Year-round (primarily CA)
Techniques: Surface iron; swimbaits; live bait
Best Bait: Anchovies; sardines; squid
Eating Quality
Edibility
Excellent
Mild; white; flaky
Official Resources
Change History (Last updated Feb 02, 2026 at 10:59 AM)
| Date | Change | Old Value | New Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 02, 2026 10:59 AM | Updated Depth Min Ft | — | — |
| Feb 02, 2026 10:33 AM | Updated Depth Max Ft | — | 150 |
| Feb 02, 2026 10:33 AM | Updated Depth Min Ft | — | — |
| Feb 02, 2026 10:33 AM | Updated Lifespan Years | — | 33 |
| Feb 02, 2026 10:33 AM | Updated Max Weight | — | 14.5 |
| Feb 02, 2026 10:33 AM | Updated Max Length | — | 28.0 |
| Feb 02, 2026 10:33 AM | Updated Conservation Status | — | Stable |
| Feb 02, 2026 10:33 AM | Updated Flavor Profile | — | Mild; white; flaky |
| Feb 02, 2026 10:33 AM | Updated Edibility Rating | — | Excellent |
| Feb 02, 2026 10:33 AM | Updated PNW Season | — | Year-round (primarily CA) |
| Feb 02, 2026 10:33 AM | Updated Best Bait | — | Anchovies; sardines; squid |
| Feb 02, 2026 10:33 AM | Updated Fishing Techniques | — | Surface iron; swimbaits; live bait |
| Feb 02, 2026 10:33 AM | Updated Habitat | — | Kelp forests; rocky reefs |
| Feb 02, 2026 10:33 AM | Updated Native Or Introduced | — | Native |
| Feb 02, 2026 10:33 AM | Updated Category | — | Other |
| Feb 02, 2026 10:33 AM | Updated Scientific Name | — | Paralabrax clathratus |
| Feb 02, 2026 10:33 AM | Species created | — | — |