| Family: |
Batrachoididae (Toadfishes), subfamily: Porichthyinae |
| Max. size: |
51 cm TL (male/unsexed) |
| Environment: |
demersal; marine; depth range 0 - 126 m |
| Distribution: |
Eastern Pacific: Arguellow, California, USA to Almejas Bay, Baja California, Mexico. Also reported from northern Peru (Ref. 96339). |
| Diagnosis: |
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| Biology: |
Inhabits rocky areas and soft bottom, common in bays. Ranges from the intertidal zone to 126 m depth (Ref. 9277). Usually rests on or buries itself in bottom. Can create a humming or grunting sound. More active during night time. |
| IUCN Red List Status: |
Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 22 May 2007 Ref. (130435)
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| Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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