Larimus effulgens Gilbert, 1898 Shining drum |
photo by
Allen, G.R. |
Family: | Sciaenidae (Drums or croakers) | |||
Max. size: | 30 cm TL (male/unsexed) | |||
Environment: | pelagic-neritic; marine | |||
Distribution: | Eastern Pacific: southern Baja California, Mexico and the Gulf of California to Peru. | |||
Diagnosis: | ||||
Biology: | Inhabits coastal waters and lagoons (Ref. 9118). Feed mainly on planktonic crustaceans (Ref. 9118). Common in local markets (Ref. 9118). | |||
IUCN Red List Status: | Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 09 October 2019 Ref. (130435) | |||
Threat to humans: | harmless |