Hilgendorf's rosefish
📖 Overview
Hilgendorf's rosefish (Helicolenus hilgendorfii) is a ray-finned fish of the family Sebastidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 27 cm. It occurs at depths between 150 and 500 metres. With a trophic level of 3.2, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. Commercially fished and consumed as food.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Hilgendorf's rosefish is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Hilgendorf's rosefish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range 150 - 500 m . Temperate Northwest Pacific: Japan and southern Korea to the East China Sea.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🍽️ Edibility & Flavour
"Hilgendorf's rosefish is an edible species."
- Clear, bright eyes — cloudy eyes indicate age
- Firm flesh that springs back when pressed
- Fresh ocean smell, never strong or ammonia-like
- Bright red or pink gills, not grey or brown
- Shiny, moist skin with scales tightly attached
- Cloudy or sunken eyes
- Strong fishy or ammonia odour
- Soft, mushy flesh that doesn't spring back
- Discoloured or dry flesh
⚡ Nutrition
Detailed nutritional data for Hilgendorf's rosefish is currently being compiled from USDA FoodData Central.
🔬 Mercury Safety
Mercury data for Hilgendorf's rosefish has not yet been assigned. Please consult FDA/EPA guidance for general seafood safety advice.
🌿 Sustainability
🔬 Full Nutritional Profile
Per 100g - Raw, per 100g - Source: USDA FoodData Central templates (generic fish average)
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Hilgendorf's rosefish · Hilgendorf's saucord |
| 🇯🇵Japanese | Yumekasago · ユメカサゴ |
| 🇷🇺Russian | Окунь беспузырный |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 4 records indexed .
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