Species profile
Sharpchin Rockfish
Sebastes zacentrus
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At a glance
Sharpchin Rockfish (Sebastes zacentrus) is a bony-fish species regulated in 2 of 66 jurisdictions tracked by CatchRules across the U.S. and Canada.
Confirmed by 14 research-grade iNaturalist observations across the species' range.
Notable details
- Named for the distinct pointed projection at the tip of its lower jaw.
- Found from Alaska to California at depths of 40 to 450 meters.
- Typically reaches about 18 inches (46 cm) maximum length.
- Often schools with other rockfish species over rocky bottoms.
- Feeds on crustaceans, small fish, and squid.
Where Sharpchin Rockfish are seen
Jurisdictions with rules for Sharpchin Rockfish
Background
Sharpchin Rockfish. To 49 cm (19.3 in) FL (DFO). Saint George Island, eastern Bering Sea (Personal communication: University of Alaska Fairbanks Fish Collection, Fairbanks, Alaska) and Attu Island, Aleutian Islands (Mecklenburg et al. 2002) to San Diego, southern California (Phillips 1957). Benthic; depth: 25 to between 610 – 660 m (83 – 2,001 – 2,164 ft) (min.: Allen and Smith 1988; max.: Snytko…
Background excerpt adapted from Wikipedia's Sharpchin Rockfish article (CC BY-SA). Visit Wikipedia for the full entry.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Sharpchin Rockfish?
Sharpchin Rockfish (Sebastes zacentrus) 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 Sharpchin Rockfish?
Sharpchin Rockfish is Sebastes zacentrus.
Is Sharpchin Rockfish regulated for fishing?
Yes — Sharpchin 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 Sharpchin Rockfish?
Take a photo with the free CatchRules app for iPhone or Android — on-device identification recognizes Sharpchin 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.