[Originally posted to the Marine Photobank]
Canary rockfish on a rocky reef.
Description:
Rockfish of the genus Sebastes are commercially harvested along the North American Pacific coast, and are the basis for several important fisheries. Their low reproductive rates and slow growth make them vulnerable to overfishing.
Exposure Date:
12/28/2009
Gallery:
Marine Species of Concern
City/Region:
Seattle
State/Province:
Washington
Country:
United States
Download:
http://www.marinephotobank.org/secure/gallery-photo.php?photo_id=7098
Copyright Statement :
Image may be used for non-commercial and media purposes only. Credit should state, "Gerick Bergsma 2010/Marine Photobank."
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