Sebastiscus tertius
NameSebastiscus tertius
Scientific NameSebastiscus tertius
Common NamesJapanese Rockfish, Spotted Rockfish
FamilyScorpaenidae
OriginWestern Pacific, Japan, Korea, China
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)100
Max Size (Inches)12
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)60-75
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesLarge Groupers, Moray Eels (with caution), Other large, robust rockfish species
Description
Sebastiscus tertius, commonly known as the Japanese Rockfish, is a predatory marine fish characterized by its mottled reddish-brown coloration and numerous white spots, providing excellent camouflage. It possesses venomous dorsal spines, requiring careful handling. This species is found in the Western Pacific and can reach a considerable size.
