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Divebums: Garibaldi (Hypsypops rubicundus)
Photos. [eng]
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A Not-So Frolicsome Damselfish, the Garibaldi, Hypsypops rubicunda
Approaching a length of more than a foot and having an attitude of "get out of my way, I get what I want", sunny southern Cal.'s
favorite local fish is more then a net full. In the course of doing semi-science (descriptive) regarding this pomacentrid's biology, I
collected a few interesting tidbits of information and many questions. [eng]
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Garibaldi Underwater Photographs, Hypsypops rubicundus, Phillip Colla Photography
Photographs of garibaldi (Hypsypops rubicundus) by Phillip Colla. [eng]
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S.A.M.E. Database - Hypsypops rubicunda
Measuring in at a hefty 36 centimeters, this is the
largest member of the damselfish family. This fish displays the
typical pugnacious damselfish attitude packaged into a much more
powerful frame. [eng]
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Channel Islands NMS: Garibaldi (Hypsypops rubicundus))
Garibaldi - This fish the Garibaldi (Hypsypops rubicundus) is lucky enough to be
protected not only within the boundaries of our marine sanctuaries, but by California
state law as well. They are intensely curious about divers and are known for being
very aggressive when either defending territory or eggs. [eng]
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Garibaldi, Hypsypops rubicundus
Natural History & Behavior: This damselfish
reaches sexual maturity at about 20 cm and 6 years
of age. Spawning takes place from
March-October, beginning when water
temperatures reach aroung 59 degrees F. [eng]
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