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Opistognathus scops (Jenkins & Evermann, 1889) Bullseye jawfish |
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photo by
Allen, G.R. |
| Family: | Opistognathidae (Jawfishes) | |||
| Max. size: | 12 cm TL (male/unsexed) | |||
| Environment: | demersal; marine | |||
| Distribution: | Eastern Central Pacific: Gulf of California to Panama. | |||
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| Biology: | Inhabits sand-rubble bottoms (Ref. 11482), in about 20 m depth (Ref. 27115). Feeds on benthic and planktonic invertebrates (Ref. 11482). | |||
| IUCN Red List Status: | Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 24 May 2007 Ref. (130435) | |||
| Threat to humans: | harmless | |||