California sheep head
A species of Sheephead wrasses Scientific name : Semicossyphus pulcher Genus : Sheephead wrasses
California sheep head, A species of Sheephead wrasses
Botanical name: Semicossyphus pulcher
Genus: Sheephead wrasses
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The california sheep head is born female, with only some individuals becoming male later in life. The female california sheep head is solid orange, while male individuals are black and orange. Due to the high fishing rate, especially of the male individuals, california sheep head is listed vulnerable by the IUCN. Their meat is considered quite good for eating, but watch out, this fish has powerful jaws and just might bite back!
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Scientific Classification
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Chordates Class
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Perch-like fish Family
Wrasses Genus
Sheephead wrasses Species
California sheep head 
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