Rockfish rock.One of the Chesapeake Bay's most popular sport fish, the rockfish rockfish, member of the large family Scorpaenidae (rockfishes and scorpionfishes), carnivorous fish inhabiting all seas and especially abundant in the temperate waters of the Pacific. Rockfishes are found among rocks and reefs. , is making a comeback. Also known as the striped bass striped bass moronesaxatilis. , state officials in Maryland say the recent rate of successful spawning is significantly above its 52-year average. A fishing moratorium in effect from 1985 to 1990, followed by very conservative management afterwards, helped the species rebound, says Eric Durell, with the state Department of Natural Resources Many sub-national governments have a Department of Natural Resources or similarly-named organization:
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