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California Sheephead

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California Sheephead

California Sheephead

Bodianus pulcher

Other Native Stable

Size & Weight

Max Length 36.0"
Max Weight 36.0 lbs
Lifespan 50 years

Habitat

Depth Range 10 - 280 ft

Kelp forests; rocky reefs

Fishing Tips

PNW Season Year-round (primarily CA)
View season chart →

Techniques: Bottom fishing; spearfishing

Best Bait: Shrimp; squid; crabs

Eating Quality

Edibility Excellent

Mild; lobster-like texture

Official Resources

Change History (Last updated Feb 10, 2026 at 02:04 PM)
Date Change Old Value New Value
Feb 10, 2026 02:04 PM Added image species-105-46d321eba1601a8e.jpg | Source: Wikipedia
Feb 02, 2026 10:33 AM Updated Depth Max Ft 280
Feb 02, 2026 10:33 AM Updated Depth Min Ft 10
Feb 02, 2026 10:33 AM Updated Lifespan Years 50
Feb 02, 2026 10:33 AM Updated Max Weight 36.0
Feb 02, 2026 10:33 AM Updated Max Length 36.0
Feb 02, 2026 10:33 AM Updated Conservation Status Stable
Feb 02, 2026 10:33 AM Updated Flavor Profile Mild; lobster-like texture
Feb 02, 2026 10:33 AM Updated Edibility Rating Excellent
Feb 02, 2026 10:33 AM Updated PNW Season Year-round (primarily CA)
Feb 02, 2026 10:33 AM Updated Best Bait Shrimp; squid; crabs
Feb 02, 2026 10:33 AM Updated Fishing Techniques Bottom fishing; spearfishing
Feb 02, 2026 10:33 AM Updated Habitat Kelp forests; rocky reefs
Feb 02, 2026 10:33 AM Updated Native Or Introduced Native
Feb 02, 2026 10:33 AM Updated Category Other
Feb 02, 2026 10:33 AM Updated Scientific Name Bodianus pulcher
Feb 02, 2026 10:33 AM Species created

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