The rougheye rockfish is a deep-water fish known for its pink to red coloration and distinct spiny ridges around its eyes. It typically inhabits rocky reefs and slopes in the North Pacific. Growing up to 38 inches and weighing around 15 pounds, it feeds on shrimp, crabs, and small fish, exhibiting solitary and sedentary behavior. This summary is AI generated
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IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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Rougheye rockfish
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