Where Does California Scorpionfish Live?

California Scorpionfish lives in specific habitats. Knowing where to look helps you find and identify it.

Where to find California Scorpionfish

Water type

saltwater

Depth

Typically found from the intertidal zone down to about 183 meters (600 feet), most commonly in shallower waters (5-50 meters).

Environment

Prefers rocky reefs, kelp forests, and areas with mixed sand and rock bottoms. They are often found resting motionless on the bottom, camouflaged among rocks or partially buried in sand.

Geographic range

Eastern Pacific Ocean, from Santa Cruz, California, south to Baja California, Mexico, including the Gulf of California.

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