Species profile
Vermilion Rockfish
Sebastes miniatus
Identify Vermilion Rockfish (Sebastes miniatus) from a photo — free, unlimited, no sign-up — with the CatchRules iPhone app. Plus current fishing rules across 4 jurisdictions.
At a glance
Vermilion Rockfish (Sebastes miniatus) is a bony-fish species regulated in 5 of 66 jurisdictions tracked by CatchRules across the U.S. and Canada.
The strictest bag limit is 1 (Alaska); the most generous is 10 (Alaska).
Confirmed by 650 research-grade iNaturalist observations, with California, British Columbia, and Alaska the top jurisdictions by observation count.
Notable details
- Vermilion rockfish can live up to 60 years and reach 30 inches in length.
- Their vivid red-orange coloring makes them one of the most striking Pacific rockfish.
- They inhabit rocky reefs at depths typically ranging from 60 to 900 feet.
- They are prized as table fare for their mild, firm, white flesh.
- Large females can weigh up to 15 pounds.
Where Vermilion Rockfish are seen
Jurisdictions with rules for Vermilion Rockfish
Background
Sebastes miniatus is a species of rockfish known by the common names vermilion rockfish, vermilion seaperch, red snapper, and red rock cod. It is native to the waters of the Pacific Ocean off western North America from Baja California to Vancouver Island.
Background excerpt adapted from Wikipedia's Vermilion Rockfish article (CC BY-SA). Visit Wikipedia for the full entry.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Vermilion Rockfish?
Vermilion Rockfish (Sebastes miniatus) is a bony-fish species regulated in 5 of 66 jurisdictions tracked by CatchRules across the U.S. and Canada.
What is the scientific name for Vermilion Rockfish?
Vermilion Rockfish is Sebastes miniatus.
Is Vermilion Rockfish regulated for fishing?
Yes — Vermilion Rockfish has fishing regulations in 4 U.S. states and/or Canadian provinces tracked by CatchRules. See the "Jurisdictions with rules" section above for the binding-source links.
How can I identify Vermilion Rockfish?
Take a photo with the free CatchRules iPhone app — on-device identification recognizes Vermilion 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.