California Sheephead
Bodianus pulcher
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)
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 | — | — |