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The Helicolenus lahillei is a saltwater fish of the family Sebastidae that grows up to 45 cm.
Description
Lahille's rockfish is a rockfish of the family Sebastidae from the southwestern Atlantic, along the coast of Argentina, Uruguay and southern Brazil. The species reaches about 45 cm and has a stocky, red-brown body with large eyes and a spiny head. It lives demersally on the continental shelf and upper slope, at depths of about 80 to 215 m. The diet consists of small fishes, crustaceans and molluscs. The species has internal fertilisation and releases its early embryos in gelatinous egg masses (zygoparous). The fin spines are venomous and can deliver a painful sting when handled.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Helicolenus lahillei?
The Helicolenus lahillei has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly red-orange and shows a marbled pattern. After internal fertilisation it deposits the early embryos in jelly-like egg masses; venomous fin spines.
Where does the Helicolenus lahillei live?
The Helicolenus lahillei lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Southwest Atlantic, along Argentina, Uruguay and southern Brazil.
How big does the Helicolenus lahillei get?
The Helicolenus lahillei grows to a maximum of about 45 cm. On average the species is around 28 cm.
Is the Helicolenus lahillei dangerous to humans?
The Helicolenus lahillei is venomous — handle spines with care and seek medical help after a sting if needed. The fin spines are venomous and a sting causes acute, burning pain and swelling. Immerse the wound for 30-90 minutes in water as hot as bearable (about 45 C), remove spine fragments and seek medical help for severe reactions.
Is the Helicolenus lahillei edible?
The Helicolenus lahillei is rarely eaten.
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