Grouper & Sea Bass
Sand Bass
Paralabrax nebulifer
SaltwaterSerranidaeLeast Concern
About
The Sand Bass, also known as the barred sand bass, is a common inshore fish with an elongated body and a slightly compressed shape. They are opportunistic predators, often found near structures like reefs and kelp forests, where they ambush prey.
- Average size
- 12-25 inches, 2-6 lbs
- Colors
- Dark brown or olive-green on the back and upper sides, fading to a lighter shade of gray or white on the belly. They have dark vertical bars along their sides, which are more prominent in younger fish.
- Diet
- Crustaceans, squid, and small fish
- Region
- Pacific Coast of North America, from central California to Baja California