Paralichthys aestuarius Gilbert & Scofield, 1898
Cortez flounder
Paralichthys aestuarius
photo by FAO

Family:  Paralichthyidae (Large-tooth flounders)
Max. size:  58.3 cm SL (male/unsexed)
Environment:  demersal; brackish; marine; depth range - 44 m
Distribution:  Eastern Central Pacific: Baja California, Mexico and the Gulf of California.
Diagnosis:   
Biology:  Inhabits soft bottoms, from estuaries and up to a depth of 44 m (Ref. 9330). Utilized fresh (Ref. 9330).
IUCN Red List Status: Data deficient (DD); Date assessed: 25 May 2007 Ref. (130435)
Threat to humans:  harmless


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