Fishing for Blackspotted rockfish

Sebastes melanostictus

The Blackspotted rockfish is a marine fish known for its mottled black and brown coloration. It typically inhabits rocky reefs and kelp forests in the North Pacific. Reaching up to 20 inches and weighing around 5 pounds, it feeds on crustaceans and smaller fish. This species is solitary and exhibits territorial behavior, often residing in deeper waters. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater

IUCN Status

Not evaluated

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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