Black Rockfish
Sebastes melanops
Black Rockfish are a popular Pacific Coast species known for their dark coloration and excellent table fare. They are part of the large rockfish family and are highly sought after by recreational anglers.
Black Rockfish at a glance
- Scientific name
- Sebastes melanops
- Typical size
- 12-20 inches, 2-5 lbs
- Water
- Saltwater
- Habitat
- Offshore
- Rarity in the Fishdex™
- Uncommon
Habitat
Black Rockfish inhabit rocky reefs, kelp beds, and structure along the Pacific Coast from California to Alaska. Anglers typically target them using bottom fishing techniques with heavy tackle around rocky areas, jetties, and offshore reefs in depths ranging from 30 to 1,200 feet.
Catch one and it is yours
Log a black rockfish through the Cobia Camera and this entry fills in with your photo, your personal best, and the exact conditions on the day. The app also carries the slot and season rules for wherever you are standing.
How the Fishdex™ worksBlack Rockfish questions people ask
Black Rockfish is Sebastes melanops.
A typical black rockfish runs 12-20 inches, 2-5 lbs. Cobia records the length and weight of every black rockfish you log and keeps your personal best on its Fishdex entry.
Black Rockfish inhabit rocky reefs, kelp beds, and structure along the Pacific Coast from California to Alaska. Anglers typically target them using bottom fishing techniques with heavy tackle around rocky areas, jetties, and offshore reefs in depths ranging from 30 to 1,200 feet. It is a salt water species, filed under offshore in the Fishdex.
Yes. Log one through the Cobia Camera and this entry fills in with your own photo, your personal best, and the conditions on the day you caught it. The app also carries the slot limits and season dates for wherever you are standing. It is free.
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