Northern rockfish
Sebastes polyspinis
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Overview
Northern rockfish (Sebastes polyspinis) is a marine fish of the family Sebastidae (Rockfishes), in the order Scorpaeniformes. Maximum recorded length is 41 cm. Its recorded depth range is 0–740 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 41,0 cm |
| Tiefenbereich | 0-740m |
Habitat & Distribution
Wassertyp
Saltwater
Tiefenbereich
0-740m
Taxonomy
| Ordnung | Scorpaeniformes (Scorpionfishes) |
| Familie | Sebastidae (Rockfishes) |
| Arten | Sebastes polyspinis |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
How big does Northern rockfish get?
Northern rockfish can grow up to 41.0 cm long.
What family does Northern rockfish belong to?
Northern rockfish (Sebastes polyspinis) belongs to the family Sebastidae (Rockfishes) in the order Scorpaeniformes (Scorpionfishes).
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