The Sheephead can be found from central California south to Baja California.  They tend to hang around rocky bottom habitats from 3-280ft. deep.  A big problem with this unique marine fish is that it’s preyed upon by sports fishermen.  Sports fishermen like to catch them for the fun and show.  They are, however, only allowed to catch and keep them if they are bigger than 12 inches.   Regulation of sports fishing is done by the Department of Fish and Game.  The problem with that, is Fish and Game cannot possibly check everybody's catche.  Therefore regulation is not 100% accurate.  The Sheephead can grow to be over 50lbs., and it would be a male fish.