Where Does Bocaccio Rockfish Live?

Bocaccio Rockfish lives in specific habitats. Knowing where to look helps you find and identify it.

Where to find Bocaccio Rockfish

Water type

saltwater

Depth

Typically found at depths ranging from 50 to 475 meters (165 to 1,560 feet), though juveniles can be found in shallower waters (down to 25 meters).

Environment

Primarily demersal, inhabiting rocky reefs, canyons, and areas with complex bottom topography. Juveniles may utilize kelp forests and shallower rocky areas as nursery grounds.

Geographic range

Eastern North Pacific Ocean, from Kodiak Island, Alaska, south to central Baja California, Mexico. Most abundant off the coast of California.

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