| Family: |
Sparidae (Porgies) |
| Max. size: |
35.6 cm TL (male/unsexed) |
| Environment: |
benthopelagic; marine; depth range 3 - 30 m |
| Distribution: |
Eastern Pacific: endemic to the Galapagos Islands. This species is related only to western Atlantic forms (Ref. 9227). |
| Diagnosis: |
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| Biology: |
Frequently encountered in bay areas. |
| IUCN Red List Status: |
Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 16 September 2022 Ref. (130435)
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| Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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