Leuresthes sardina (Jenkins & Evermann, 1889) Gulf grunion |
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Family: | Atherinopsidae (Neotropical silversides), subfamily: Atherinopsinae | |||
Max. size: | 25 cm TL (male/unsexed) | |||
Environment: | pelagic-neritic | |||
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 (Ref. 96402) | |||
Threat to humans: | harmless | |||
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Entered by: Garilao, Cristina V. - 14.06.95 |
Modified by: Reyes, Rodolfo B. - 18.07.13 |
Checked by: Dyer, Brian S. - 03.10.00 |