$35.00
In StockIn StockOut of stockThe Reef Glutton: Vermilions are famous for their explosive, ambush-style strikes. The moment they spot a jig or live bait hovering over a high-spot, they hit with sudden, heavy aggression, using their cavernous jaws to engulf their prey before retreating into the rocks.
The Brilliant Crimson Armor: Their common nickname, "true red," comes from the intense vermilion and scarlet coloration running along their heavy flanks. This striking, high-visibility hue acts as perfect camouflage in the deep ocean, where red light is completely filtered out by the water column.
A Slow-Growing Treasure: Vermilion rockfish are an incredibly long-lived and slow-growing species—a trophy 10-pound specimen can be over 40 years old, making them highly respected by conservation-minded sportfishermen who manage the deep-water reefs sustainably.
Size: 8 x 10 inches – a standard, ready-to-frame size perfect for galleries or small spaces.
Original Medium: Acrylic spray paint and paint pen.
Paper Quality: Heavy-weight, archival-quality matte paper that won't fade or yellow over time.
Inks: Premium pigment-based inks that perfectly match the intense color gradients of the original spray paint.
Framing: Ships unframed, securely packed flat to prevent bending.
