At the time of writing, the Wolffish (Anarhichas Lupus) is rated as "Vulnerable", so anglers need to take this into consideration and, ideally, avoid targeting them until numbers recover. Being so solitary and few in numbers, wolffish are mostly caught as bycatch and anglers fishing for cod, haddock or pollock. Anglers do not commonly seek them out as the wolffish is a species very rare to find. They usually are caught as bycatch or released back into the water due to their conservation status. Usually found at the bottom of the sea or over the rocky ground when fishing for cod. When setting up, it is crucial to keep in mind that wolffish have robust, heavy and bony jaws; this will require the gear to be powerful. Having lures and a heavy action bass rob paired with either a bait caster or a robust spinning reel matched with a strong braided line at about 30lb. Circle hooks will also be a better option as wolffish have very powerful mouths, and adding a bottom dropper loop to your rig might increase the chances of catching a wolffish. Wolffish will catch on to most baits with a preference for clams and anything that does not resemble moving fish as they are not part of their diet. Once caught, they will pull hard, leap and spin, followed by shaking their heads violently to get free. It is best to be extremely careful. To release them, holding them carefully and using a disgorge to remove the hook as they will lodge in deep is best. It is important not to keep them out of water for too long and give them a rest before releasing them back. Having a pair of long-nose pliers as their teeth are very sharp will be best.