11h
Fish as fluid as the ocean. 🌊
All California sheephead start life as female and move through an array of colors and body shapes as they mature. Some female adults may transition to male as social and environmental factors shift, balancing the delicate ratio of individuals in their population.
While male California sheephead are largest and easiest to identify at a glance, a closer look at the lively waters of our Kelp Forest exhibit reveals a variety of female sheephead swimming through these fascinating life stages.
Stream our Kelp Forest Cam and find peace in the beauty of a thriving underwater community. 🫶🌈
