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Citharichthys platophrys Gilbert, 1891 Small sandab |
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photo by
Robertson, R. |
| Family: | Cyclopsettidae (Sand whiffs) | |||
| Max. size: | 20.6 cm TL (male/unsexed) | |||
| Environment: | demersal; marine; depth range 10 - 60 m | |||
| Distribution: | Eastern Pacific: Mexico to Peru. | |||
| Diagnosis: | Dorsal soft rays (total): 78-78; Anal soft rays: 62-62 | |||
| Biology: | Inhabits soft bottoms. Marketed fresh and may also be utilized as fishmeal. | |||
| IUCN Red List Status: | Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 12 April 2021 Ref. (130435) | |||
| Threat to humans: | harmless | |||