Black Rockfish [Sebastes melanops]
Description
Black Rockfish is a common marine species found in the northeastern Pacific Ocean. They are recognized by their dark gray or black color and reside in rocky areas or kelp forests at depths of 0 to 366 meters. They are known for their aggressive behavior when feeding.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Chordates
Chordata
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Fish
Actinopterygii
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| Order |
Scorpionfishes and Flatheads
Scorpaeniformes
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| Family |
Scorpionfishes
Scorpaenidae
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| Genus |
Rockfishes
Sebastes
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