Thursday, February 25, 2010

Canary Rockfish

[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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