Aquaria
Speckled Rockfish

Speckled Rockfish

NameSpeckled Rockfish
Scientific NameSebastes ovalis
Common NamesSpeckled Rockfish
FamilySebastidae
OriginEastern Pacific Ocean, North America West Coast, Baja California, British Columbia
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)500
Max Size (Inches)22
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)45-60
pH Range8.1-8.4

Description

The Speckled Rockfish is a predatory marine fish native to the Eastern Pacific Ocean, characterized by its reddish-brown to olive coloration with small speckles and large eyes. These deep-water fish are not typically kept in home aquariums due to their large size, predatory nature, and specialized coldwater requirements. They are primarily found in commercial fisheries.

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