Fishing for Quillback rockfish

Sebastes maliger
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The Quillback rockfish is a marine fish characterized by its striking mottled coloration and elongated dorsal spines. Typically found in rocky reefs and kelp forests, it inhabits depths of 30 to 600 feet. This species grows up to 24 inches and weighs around 5 pounds. It primarily feeds on crustaceans and small fish, exhibiting a solitary and territorial behavior. This summary is AI generated

Fishsniper8845, Fishbrain angler since 2024

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Water type

Saltwater

IUCN Status

Not evaluated

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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