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Opistognathus mexicanus Allen & Robertson, 1991 Mexican jawfish |
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photo by
Allen, G.R. |
| Family: | Opistognathidae (Jawfishes) | |||
| Max. size: | 12 cm TL (male/unsexed) | |||
| Environment: | demersal; marine; depth range 12 - 14 m | |||
| Distribution: | Eastern Central Pacific: Gulf of California. | |||
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| Biology: | Inhabits sand bottoms. Feeds on benthic and planktonic invertebrates (Ref. 11482). Minimum depth from Ref. 58018. | |||
| IUCN Red List Status: | Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. (130435) | |||
| Threat to humans: | harmless | |||