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Treefish
A rockfish species common in California and Northern Mexico, the Treefish is nocturnal and preys on crabs, small fishes, squid and octopuses.
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China Rockfish
Esteemed as tablefare, the brilliantly colored China Rockfish is found from Southern California north to the Gulf of Alaska.
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Quillback Rockfish
The Quillback is named for its poisonous spines which can deliver a painful shock to unwary fishermen. They are found as far south as the Channel Islands.
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California Barracuda
Although dwarfed by its fearsome cousin the Great Barracuda, the California Barracuda is nonetheless a voracious pedator. The protruding jaw of this slender fish is lined with razorsharp teeth that can be hazardous to fisherman. It is found in shimmering schools that patrol the outer edges of kelp forests.
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Striped Marlin
A summer visitor to Southern Californian waters, this pelagic predator is distinguished by its vivid coloration which it can change rapidly, alternating contrast and saturation to produce mesmerizing effects. This behavior is often observed during feeding and is thought to confuse prey.
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Great White Shark
The powerful body of this apex predator enables it to a achieve startling speeds as it ambushes marine mammals. Its signature grey back and white belly is actually a very effective form of camouflage which renders it nearly invisible if viewed from above or below, blending in with either the darkness of the seafloor or the brightness of filtered sunlight.