Ophioscion simulus Gilbert, 1898
Snub-nosed croaker
Ophioscion simulus
photo by Allen, G.R.

Family:  Sciaenidae (Drums or croakers)
Max. size:  30 cm TL (male/unsexed)
Environment:  demersal; marine
Distribution:  Eastern Central Pacific: Panama.
Diagnosis:   
Biology:  Found in shallow water (Ref. 9118). Feeds mainly on shrimps and other benthic invertebrates (Ref. 9118).
IUCN Red List Status: Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 23 January 2020 Ref. (130435)
Threat to humans:  harmless


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