Fishing for Splitnose rockfish

The Splitnose rockfish is a small, deep-bodied marine fish typically measuring 8-12 inches and weighing up to 1.5 pounds. It inhabits rocky reefs and continental shelf waters along the Pacific coast. Its diet consists mainly of zooplankton and small crustaceans. Known for its vibrant reddish coloration, this species exhibits solitary behavior and prefers depths of 150-1,200 feet. This summary is AI generated