You are using an outdated browser. Please upgrade your browser to improve your experience.

Grass rockfish

Sebastes rastrelliger

Today's Research for Tomorrow's Oceans

Mote SEA

Support Mote Animals

Fun Facts

Adults of this species can live up to 23 years.

Species Type:

Fishes

Common Name(s):

Grass rockfish

Size:

They can grow up to 22 inches (56 centimeters) long.

Diet:

They eat crustaceans and small fishes.

Range & Habitat:

Grass rockfish usually live in shallow waters where they can hide among hard structures and kelp beds. They have been found from Southern Canada to central Baja California, Mexico.

Details:

Grass rockfish have a thick body, large head and red-rimmed eyes that are set close together. The body is covered with dark blotches of brown or dull green.