3,565 observationsLeast Concern
Garibaldi
Hypsypops rubicundus
Taxonomy
Kingdom: Animalia βΊPhylum: Chordata βΊClass: Actinopterygii βΊOrder: Blenniiformes βΊFamily: Pomacentridae βΊGenus: Hypsypops
About
The Garibaldi or Garibaldi damselfish (Hypsypops rubicundus) is a species of 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
- The scientific name of Garibaldi is Hypsypops rubicundus.
- Garibaldi belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
- Garibaldi belongs to the phylum Chordata.
- Garibaldi belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
- Garibaldi belongs to the order Blenniiformes.
- Garibaldi belongs to the family Pomacentridae.
- Garibaldi belongs to the genus Hypsypops.