OK, what kind of fish is this?

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I have to guess that the west coast black sea bass are a different species than ours. Those look a lot like a fresh water bass that has adapted to saltwater.

I wonder if they are as good to eat? Our local black sea bass are yummy! And yes, pretty easy to find. Sometimes you can't get away for the darn things.

I also think there are pretty cool looking. Especially when they get a little bigger. The colors they can get with the whiteish/blueish spots, and the long tendril on the tail.