[Originally posted to the Marine Photobank]
A rockfish resting on a ledge.
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:
8/9/2009
Gallery:
Marine Species of Concern
City/Region:
Monterey
State/Province:
California
Country:
United States
Download:
http://www.marinephotobank.org/secure/gallery-photo.php?photo_id=7097
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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