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Rock sea bass

Paralabrax clathratus

Classification

Paralabrax clathratus, the kelp bass, bull bass or calico bass, is a species of marine ray-finned fish, from the subfamily Serraninae, classified as part of the family Serranidae which includes the groupers and anthias. It is found in the eastern North Pacific Ocean where it is an important species for both recreational and commercial fisheries. Description Paralabrax clathratus has an elongate, relatively deep, compressed body with a pointed snout and a large, downturned mouth.

Distribution

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Countries in the Picchu catalog
United States of America · 73,724Mexico · 41