Species profile
Rougheye Rockfish
Sebastes aleutianus
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At a glance
Rougheye Rockfish (Sebastes aleutianus) is a bony-fish species regulated in 2 of 66 jurisdictions tracked by CatchRules across the U.S. and Canada.
Confirmed by 6 research-grade iNaturalist observations across the species' range.
Notable details
- One of the longest-lived fish on Earth, with confirmed ages exceeding 150 years.
- Named for the row of small spines along the lower rim of each eye.
- Found at depths of 150 to 900 meters from Alaska to California.
- Can reach about 30 inches (76 cm) in length.
- Extremely slow reproduction makes rougheye populations especially vulnerable to overfishing.
Where Rougheye Rockfish are seen
Jurisdictions with rules for Rougheye Rockfish
Background
The rougheye rockfish (Sebastes aleutianus) is a rockfish of the genus Sebastes. It is also known as the blackthroat rockfish or the blacktip rockfish and grows to a maximum of about 97 cm (38 in) in length, with the IGFA record weight being 14 lb 12 oz (6.7 kg). Similar to many other members of its genus, it is extremely long-lived, and has been known to reach an age of 205 years.
Background excerpt adapted from Wikipedia's Rougheye Rockfish article (CC BY-SA). Visit Wikipedia for the full entry.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Rougheye Rockfish?
Rougheye Rockfish (Sebastes aleutianus) is a bony-fish species regulated in 2 of 66 jurisdictions tracked by CatchRules across the U.S. and Canada.
What is the scientific name for Rougheye Rockfish?
Rougheye Rockfish is Sebastes aleutianus.
Is Rougheye Rockfish regulated for fishing?
Yes — Rougheye Rockfish has fishing regulations in 1 U.S. state and/or Canadian province tracked by CatchRules. See the "Jurisdictions with rules" section above for the binding-source links.
How can I identify Rougheye Rockfish?
Take a photo with the free CatchRules app for iPhone or Android — on-device identification recognizes Rougheye Rockfish along with ~1,500 other species. No sign-up, unlimited use.
Photo credit: iNaturalist / Wikipedia. Identification reference only — verify regulations with the issuing wildlife agency before retaining a catch.