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Kelp Bass (Paralabrax clathratus)
FishverifiedLeast Concern

Paralabrax clathratus

(Girard, 1854)

Kelp Bass

Also known as: Calico Bass, Rock Sea Bass, Sea Bass

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About
Habitat

Benthopelagic

Depth

1–61 m

Max size

72 cm

Max weight

7 kg

Diet

Hunting macrofauna (predator)

Lifespan

34 yrs

Taxonomy
Class

Teleostei

Order

Perciformes

Family

Serranidae

Where to find it
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