Scientific Name:
Heterostichus rostratus
Description
Long (up to 70 cm/2 ft) blade-shaped body with a pointed nose; can be red, green, or brown in color.
Behaviors
Stays close to kelp for camouflage, pretending to be a kelp blade as it sways with the waves. It can also change color to match its background.
Fun Facts
Baby giant kelpfish sometimes swim in schools with shrimp.
Nature Topics
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