Where Does European Sea Bass Live?

European Sea Bass lives in specific habitats. Knowing where to look helps you find and identify it.

Where to find European Sea Bass

Water type

brackish

Depth

Typically found from the surface down to 100 meters (330 feet), but can be found deeper.

Environment

Coastal waters, estuaries, lagoons, and sometimes freshwater rivers. Prefers rocky bottoms, seagrass beds, and sandy areas. Juveniles often inhabit shallower, more sheltered waters.

Geographic range

Eastern Atlantic Ocean from Norway to Senegal, including the North Sea, English Channel, and the entire Mediterranean Sea. Also found in the Black Sea.

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