Opistognathus panamaensis Allen & Robertson, 1991 Panamanian jawfish |
photo by
Allen, G.R. |
Family: | Opistognathidae (Jawfishes) | |||
Max. size: | 10 cm TL (male/unsexed) | |||
Environment: | demersal; marine; depth range - 12 m | |||
Distribution: | Eastern Central Pacific: Cocos Island, Panama, and Malpelo Island. | |||
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Biology: | Inhabits burrows in sand-rubble areas. Feeds on benthic and planktonic invertebrates. | |||
IUCN Red List Status: | Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 27 May 2007 Ref. (130435) | |||
Threat to humans: | harmless |