Achirus scutum (Günther, 1862)
Network sole
Achirus scutum
photo by Allen, G.R.

Family:  Achiridae (American soles)
Max. size:  28 cm TL (male/unsexed)
Environment:  demersal; brackish; marine; depth range 13 - 46 m
Distribution:  Eastern Central Pacific: Gulf of California to Ecuador.
Diagnosis:   
Biology:  Inhabits coastal waters and penetrates estuaries (Ref. 9047). Feeds on small crustaceans and polychaetes (Ref. 9047).
IUCN Red List Status: Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 04 May 2021 Ref. (130435)
Threat to humans:  harmless


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