Black-spotted Rockfish
NameBlack-spotted Rockfish
Scientific NameSebastes melanostictus
Common NamesBlackspotted Rockfish, Black-spotted Rockfish
FamilySebastidae
OriginNorth Pacific Ocean, Gulf of Alaska, Bering Sea, Aleutian Islands
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)5000
Max Size (Inches)30
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)35-45
pH Range7.8-8.4
Compatible SpeciesNot suitable for typical home aquariums, Solitary predator in natural habitat
Description
The Black-spotted Rockfish is a large, deep-dwelling marine fish native to the North Pacific Ocean. It is characterized by its reddish-orange body with distinct black spots and inhabits rocky bottoms at great depths. This predatory species is not suitable for typical home aquariums due to its size and specialized cold, deep-water requirements.
