Distinctive bright orange coloration. <br />
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Juveniles have iridescent blue spots.    <br />
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Its believed the iridescent blue spots found on juveniles give them a free pass with adults who are very territorial and would otherwise attack them.<br />
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Range: Monterey Bay California to Magdalena Bay Baja Mexico    <br />
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Species: Hypsypops rubicundus