Garibaldi Damselfish
Hypsypops rubicundus
- Group: Damselfish
- Typical depth: 0 to 30 m
- Max size: 30 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A vivid orange fish of rocky coasts and kelp, the garibaldi holds a home territory and chases off intruders many times its size. It grazes invertebrates from the rocks, and the male tends and guards the eggs laid on his patch.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Ovalentaria incertae sedis › Pomacentridae › Hypsypops
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 281130.
FAQ
- How deep does the Garibaldi Damselfish live?
- The Garibaldi Damselfish (Hypsypops rubicundus) is typically found at 0 to 30 m.
- Is the Garibaldi Damselfish dangerous to divers?
- The Garibaldi Damselfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Garibaldi Damselfish get?
- The Garibaldi Damselfish grows to about 30 cm.