Greenspotted rockfish
📖 Overview
Greenspotted rockfish (Sebastes chlorostictus), first described by Jordan & Gilbert, 1880 is a large fish in the family Sebastidae (order Perciformes). Adults typically reach 50.00 cm in maximum length and up to 1.000 kg. Reported lifespan reaches approximately 33 years. It inhabits marine coastal and open-ocean environments. Recorded depth range: 49 to 201 metres. It occurs in Subtropical waters. It feeds on a mix of small fish and invertebrates as a mid-level predator. The species is important as a food fish and valued as a game and sport species. As a member of the Sebastidae, it shares life-history and morphological traits with its relatives in the group.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
: fusiform / normal.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Greenspotted rockfish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range 49 - 201 m . Subtropical; 48°N - 27°N, 125°W - 113°W central Baja California, Mexico.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🎣 Angling Guide
- medium-heavy 7ft spinning rod
- 30-50 lb braid
- fluorocarbon leader
- grass flats
- oyster bars
- marsh drains
- deeper channel edges
Use barbless hooks, minimise air exposure, and revive fish head-first in current before release.
⚠️ Slot limits protect breeding-size fish. Verify daily bag limits.
🍽️ Edibility & Flavour
"Greenspotted rockfish 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 Greenspotted rockfish is currently being compiled from USDA FoodData Central.
🔬 Mercury Safety
Mercury data for Greenspotted rockfish 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 | greenspotted rockfish |
| 🇫🇷French | sébaste à taches vertes |
| 🇷🇺Russian | Зеленопятнистый морской окунь |
| 🇪🇸Spanish | rocote verde |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sebastichthys chlorostictus | Jordan & Gilbert | 1880 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 19 records indexed .
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