Threestripe Rockfish
Sebastes trivittatus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–120 m
- Max size: 62 cm
- For divers: safe
This rockfish hugs rocky coasts down to about 120 metres and gives birth to live young rather than scattering eggs. Banded with three dark stripes, it grows to a little over half a metre and holds station among the rocks like others of its kind.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Perciformes › Sebastidae › Sebastes
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 274861.
FAQ
- How deep does the Threestripe Rockfish live?
- The Threestripe Rockfish (Sebastes trivittatus) is typically found at 0–120 m.
- Is the Threestripe Rockfish dangerous to divers?
- The Threestripe Rockfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Threestripe Rockfish get?
- The Threestripe Rockfish grows to about 62 cm.