| Family: |
Atherinopsidae (Neotropical silversides), subfamily: Atherinopsinae |
| Max. size: |
15 cm SL (male/unsexed) |
| Environment: |
pelagic-neritic; brackish; marine |
| Distribution: |
Eastern Central Pacific: endemic to the Gulf of California, from the delta of the Colorado River to 31°N. |
| Diagnosis: |
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| Biology: |
Found on sandy and muddy bottoms of coastal areas, estuaries and lagoons (Ref. 9273). Adults feed on crustaceans, gastropods, and may take in sand (Ref. 9273). |
| IUCN Red List Status: |
Endangered (EN); Date assessed: 25 May 2007 (B1ab(i,ii,iii)) Ref. (130435)
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| Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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