Leuresthes sardina (Jenkins & Evermann, 1889) Gulf grunion |
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FAO |
Family: | Atherinopsidae (Neotropical silversides), subfamily: Atherinopsinae | |||
Max. size: | 25 cm TL (male/unsexed) | |||
Environment: | pelagic-neritic; marine | |||
Distribution: | Eastern Central Pacific: endemic to the Gulf of California. | |||
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Biology: | Found along sandy coasts (Ref. 9273). | |||
IUCN Red List Status: | Near Threatened (NT); Date assessed: 25 May 2007 Ref. (130435) | |||
Threat to humans: | harmless |