Saltwater · Mendocino

Garibaldi

Take is prohibited / do not catch this species in this area context.

Ocean regulations can change in-season. Confirm with the 2026 Ocean Sport Fishing Guide and CDFW before you fish.

Species group

GARIBALDI

Season

Take is prohibited

Depth limit

Take is prohibited

Daily bag limit

Take is prohibited

Minimum size

Take is prohibited

Gear restrictions

Take is prohibited

Identification

Bright orange fish in the damselfish family. Garibaldis occur in the subtropical northeastern part of the Pacific Ocean. The common name is a reference to the Italian military and political figure Giuseppe Garibaldi, whose followers often wore a characteristic scarlet or red shirt. As is the case in all damselfish, male Garibaldis aggressively defend the nest site after the female lays eggs.