Rougheye Rockfish
NameRougheye Rockfish
Scientific NameSebastes aleutianus
Common NamesRougheye Rockfish, Rougheye Sebastes
FamilyScorpaenidae
OriginNorth Pacific Ocean, Alaska, British Columbia, Washington, Oregon, California, Russia, Japan
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)1000
Max Size (Inches)38
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)35-45
pH Range7.8-8.4
Compatible SpeciesNone (predatory, specialized deep-sea environment)
Description
The Rougheye Rockfish is a deep-sea marine fish characterized by its pinkish-red coloration, large eyes, and spiny fins. It inhabits cold, rocky bottoms of the North Pacific Ocean at depths often exceeding 500 feet. This predatory species is not suitable for typical home aquariums due to its size, specialized deep-water requirements, and cold-water needs.
