Family: |
Gobiidae (Gobies), subfamily: Gobiinae |
Max. size: |
14 cm SL (male/unsexed) |
Environment: |
demersal; marine; depth range 10 - 120 m |
Distribution: |
Eastern Pacific: Gulf of California to Costa Rica. Also known off Peru (Ref. 30432). |
Diagnosis: |
Distinguished by the following characteristics: laterally compressed head and body; large mouth and very oblique; completely scaled body with ctenoid scales; first dorsal with VII spines; pelvic fins fused forming a disc; caudal fin lanceolate (Ref. 92840). |
Biology: |
Inhabits muddy bottoms at depths ranging from 10-120 meters (Ref. 92840). |
IUCN Red List Status: |
Data deficient (DD); Date assessed: 22 May 2007 Ref. (130435)
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Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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