False Kelpfish
Sebastiscus marmoratus
- Group: Other
- Max size: 36.2 cm
- For divers: dangerous
A stout rockfish of nearshore rocky bottoms, it bears venom glands in the grooves of its spines, so handle it with care. Females brood their young internally and release live larvae, and the species is farmed commercially in Japan.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Perciformes › Sebastidae › Sebastiscus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 282738.
FAQ
- Is the False Kelpfish dangerous to divers?
- The False Kelpfish can be dangerous; divers should keep their distance.
- How big does the False Kelpfish get?
- The False Kelpfish grows to about 36.2 cm.