Sebastes caurinus

Scorpion fishes and others

  • Copper rockfish
  • Sébaste cuivré
  • Rocote cobrizo

Distribution

    Environment and movement of the diurnal species

    • The species is generally observed on the reef or near it.
    • The species is generally motionless in its environment
    • The species is generally found on or close to the seafloor.
    • The species can be found between 0 and 183 Meters.
    • Common species.

    General behaviour of the species

    • The species is territorial
    • Species generally solitary
    • The animal is fearful of the diver

    General characteristics of the species

    • Maximum size : 58 cm
    • Maximum age known : 57 year(s)
    • The animal is a hunter low in the food chain.
    • Diet : - - Fishes
    • The animal can show variable colouring

    Relationship with humans

    • The spines of the animal can be dangerous
    • The species is good to eat
    • The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
      • - Fishing or commercial aquiculture for food
      • -Sport or local fishing