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Señorita wrasse

Oxyjulis californica

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Fun Facts

Fishermen consider this fish species an annoyance because they often steal bait off of fishing hooks.

Species Type:

Fishes

Common Name(s):

Señorita wrasse

Size:

Señorita wrasses can grow up to 10 inches (25 centimeters) long.

Diet:

These fish eat small invertebrates like worms, sea louse and isopods.

Range & Habitat:

Señorita wrasses are native to the eastern Pacific Ocean, inhabiting kelp forests.

Details:

The señorita wrasse has yellow-orange scales lined with teal, a large black dot at the base of the tail, and a small, pointed face. These fish eat small invertebrate animals, and they serve as cleaner fish by picking parasites off other fishes. They also tend to nip at fishing lines and bait!