Canary Rockfish
Sebastes pinniger
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–838 m
- Max size: 76 cm
- For divers: dangerous
The canary rockfish hovers in loose groups over rocky bottoms and can live more than forty years, with one fish aged at 44. It feeds on small fishes and krill, bears live young, and its fin spines are venomous, so it should be handled with care.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Perciformes › Sebastidae › Sebastes
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 274836.
FAQ
- How deep does the Canary Rockfish live?
- The Canary Rockfish (Sebastes pinniger) is typically found at 0–838 m.
- Is the Canary Rockfish dangerous to divers?
- The Canary Rockfish can be dangerous; divers should keep their distance.
- How big does the Canary Rockfish get?
- The Canary Rockfish grows to about 76 cm.