Dusky Rockfish
Sebastes variabilis
A medium-sized rockfish species found in the North Pacific with mottled brown and gray coloration. Popular among recreational anglers for its fighting ability and good eating quality.
Dusky Rockfish at a glance
- Scientific name
- Sebastes variabilis
- Typical size
- 12-18 inches, 2-4 lbs
- Water
- Saltwater
- Habitat
- Offshore
- Rarity in the Fishdex™
- Uncommon
Habitat
Found along rocky reefs and kelp beds in depths from 60 to 900 feet along the Pacific Coast from California to Alaska. Anglers typically target them using bottom rigs with heavy sinkers, fishing near rocky structure and drop-offs.
Catch one and it is yours
Log a dusky 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™ worksDusky Rockfish questions people ask
Dusky Rockfish is Sebastes variabilis.
A typical dusky rockfish runs 12-18 inches, 2-4 lbs. Cobia records the length and weight of every dusky rockfish you log and keeps your personal best on its Fishdex entry.
Found along rocky reefs and kelp beds in depths from 60 to 900 feet along the Pacific Coast from California to Alaska. Anglers typically target them using bottom rigs with heavy sinkers, fishing near rocky structure and drop-offs. 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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