Sebastes ruberrimus

Scorpion fishes and others

  • Yelloweye rockfish
  • Sébaste aux yeux jaunes
  • Rocote ojo amarillo

Distribution

    Environment and movement of the diurnal species

    • The species is generally observed on the reef or near it.
    • The species is generally seen moving in its environment.
    • The species is generally found on or close to the seafloor.
    • The species can be found between 15 and 550 Meters.
    • Uncommon Species

    General behaviour of the species

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

    General characteristics of the species

    • Maximum size : 104 cm
    • Maximum age known : 120 year(s)
    • The animal is a hunter low in the food chain.
    • Diet : 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