Opistognathus scops (Jenkins & Evermann, 1889) Bullseye jawfish |
photo by
Allen, G.R. |
Family: | Opistognathidae (Jawfishes) | |||
Max. size: | 12 cm TL (male/unsexed) | |||
Environment: | demersal; marine | |||
Distribution: | Eastern Central Pacific: Gulf of California to Panama. | |||
Diagnosis: | ||||
Biology: | Inhabits sand-rubble bottoms (Ref. 11482), in about 20 m depth (Ref. 27115). Feeds on benthic and planktonic invertebrates (Ref. 11482). | |||
IUCN Red List Status: | Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 24 May 2007 Ref. (130435) | |||
Threat to humans: | harmless |