Where Does Red Irish Lord Live?
Hemilepidotus hemilepidotus
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Where to find Red Irish Lord
- Water type
- saltwater
- Depth
- Typically found from the intertidal zone down to depths of approximately 200 meters (650 feet), though most common in shallower waters (0-50 meters).
- Environment
- Benthic, inhabiting rocky reefs, kelp forests, tide pools, and areas with mixed sand and gravel. They prefer complex habitats with plenty of crevices and cover for ambush predation and shelter.
- Geographic range
- North Pacific Ocean, from the Bering Sea and Aleutian Islands south to northern California (USA) and Hokkaido (Japan).
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