Honeycomb rockfish
📖 Overview
Honeycomb rockfish (Sebastes umbrosus) 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 29.8 cm. It occurs at depths between 30 and 119 metres. With a trophic level of 3.6, it is a mid-level predator. Commercially fished and consumed as food.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
: fusiform / normal.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Honeycomb rockfish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Honeycomb rockfish is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Honeycomb rockfish is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range 30 - 119 m , usually ? - 70 m . Subtropical; 37°N - 25°N, 123°W - 112°W Central Pacific: Point Pinos, Monterey County in central California, USA to southern central Baja California, Mexico.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🍽️ Edibility & Flavour
"Honeycomb 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 Honeycomb rockfish is currently being compiled from USDA FoodData Central.
🔬 Mercury Safety
Mercury data for Honeycomb rockfish has not yet been assigned. Please consult FDA/EPA guidance for general seafood safety advice.
🌿 Sustainability
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sebastichthys umbrosus | Jordan & Gilbert | 1882 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) — 12 records indexed .
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