Red Irish Lord
(Hemilepidotus hemilepidotus)

image of a Red Irish Lord

Image ID: 87-01

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Comments : Red Irish Lords are a favorite subject for almost all northwest underwater photographers. These colorful fish can change their coloration to some degree to match the background, and can exhibit brilliant reds, pinks, purples, browns, and white. What is more, they rely almost entirely on camouflage, and can be easily approached. You really have to bump into this fish to get it to move. Note the red specs on the lens of the eye of the Red Irish Lord
Common name : Red Irish Lord
Scientific Name : Hemilepidotus hemilepidotus
Location Found : Wreck of the Themus, BC, Canada
Actual Size : 10 inches
Camera Used : Sea & Sea MMII EX 1-2T macro lens
Natural History :