Sebastes maliger

Scorpion fishes and others

Quillback rockfish
Sébaste à dos épineux

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 2 and 274 Meters.
Common species.

General behaviour of the species

The species is territorial
Species generally solitary
The animal is rather indifferent to the diver, though it remains on its guard

General characteristics of the species

Maximum size : 61 cm
Maximum age known : 95 year(s)
The animal is a hunter low in the food chain.
Diet : - Mollusks - Fishes

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
The species is classified asVulnerable