Fishing for Vermilion rockfish

Sebastes miniatus

The vermilion rockfish is a vibrant, deep-bodied fish found in rocky reefs and kelp forests along the Pacific coast. It typically measures 12-24 inches and weighs 4-7 pounds. With a diet consisting of crustaceans and smaller fish, this species is known for its solitary and territorial behavior, often residing at depths of 50-500 feet. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater

Common depth

49 ft - 899 ft

IUCN Status

Not evaluated

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

Best baits to catch Vermilion rockfish

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Vermilion rockfish

Marin County Coast

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Vermilion rockfish

San Diego

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Vermilion rockfish

Silver Strand State Beach

13 in · 1 lb 3 oz

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Vermilion rockfish

Farallon Islands

21 in · 4 lb

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Vermilion rockfish

16 in · 2 lb

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Vermilion rockfish

8 in · 2 oz

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Vermilion rockfish

King Harbour Marina

13 in · 1 lb 3 oz

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Vermilion rockfish

San Mateo County Coast

24 in · 6 lb

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Vermilion rockfish

Orange County Coast

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Vermilion rockfish

Roller Bay

15 in · 3 lb

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