Gopher Rockfish
NameGopher Rockfish
Scientific NameSebastes carnatus
Common NamesGopher Rockfish, Gopher Cod
FamilySebastidae
OriginEastern Pacific Ocean, California Coast, Baja California
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)180
Max Size (Inches)22
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)50-65
pH Range7.8-8.4
Compatible SpeciesOther large rockfish (with caution and sufficient space), Cabezon, Lingcod (in very large tanks), Large sculpins, Moray eels (large species)
Description
The Gopher Rockfish is a bottom-dwelling marine fish known for its distinctive mottled brown and white coloration, often with prominent white patches. They are ambush predators found in rocky reefs and kelp forests along the Pacific coast of North America. This species requires a large, cool-water marine aquarium with plenty of rockwork for hiding.
