Species FishLuderick

Luderick

Girella tricuspidata

CommonFish
Illustration of Luderick (Girella tricuspidata)

The Luderick has a robust body with a dark greenish coloration and three distinctive vertical stripes. A notable fact is that it is often found in large schools, particularly around rocky reefs.

Habitat
Rocky reefs and estuaries.
Diet
Primarily grazes on algae.
How common
Common

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