Argentine seabass

Acanthistius brasilianus

Not Evaluated Saltwater

Max Length

60.0 cm

Color

Reddish-brown to brownish-orange body with …

Depth Range

15-82m

Family

Anthiadidae

About

A medium-sized seabass from the warm temperate Atlantic coast of South America (Brazil to Argentina). Brownish with darker bars; inhabits shallow rocky reefs and kelp beds. Important sport and commercial fish.

Physical Description

Measurement	Value
Maximum Length	60.0 cm
Depth Range	15-82m

Coloration

Reddish-brown to brownish-orange body with numerous small blue-gray to pale spots arranged in irregular rows; belly pale pinkish-white; fins reddish-brown with pale-spotted membranes; robust grouper-like build.

Habitat & Distribution

Neritic

Water Type

Saltwater

Depth Range

15-82m

Geographic Range

Western South Atlantic from the La Plata Estuary in Argentina north to southern Brazil, including coastal waters off Uruguay. A temperate reef-associated grouper inhabiting rocky coastal reefs and soft bottoms to 80 m depth.

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Edibility & Culinary

Taste

A medium-sized South Atlantic grouper-like fish with firm, white flesh and a mild, sweet flavor. Consumed locally in Argentina and Brazil; excellent pan-fried, baked, or prepared in fish stews.

Taxonomy

Order	Perciformes/Serranoidei
Family	Anthiadidae
Species	Acanthistius brasilianus

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you eat Argentine seabass?

A medium-sized South Atlantic grouper-like fish with firm, white flesh and a mild, sweet flavor. Consumed locally in Argentina and Brazil; excellent pan-fried, baked, or prepared in fish stews.

How big does Argentine seabass get?

Argentine seabass can grow up to 60.0 cm long.

Where is Argentine seabass found?

What family does Argentine seabass belong to?

Argentine seabass (Acanthistius brasilianus) belongs to the family Anthiadidae in the order Perciformes/Serranoidei.