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Cynoscion squamipinnis (Günther, 1867) Weakfish |
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photo by
Robertson, R. |
| Family: | Sciaenidae (Drums or croakers) | |||
| Max. size: | 64 cm TL (male/unsexed) | |||
| Environment: | benthopelagic; brackish; marine; depth range 1 - 30 m | |||
| Distribution: | Eastern Pacific: Gulf of California to Peru. | |||
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| Biology: | Adults inhabit coastal waters, along shores and in estuaries (Ref. 9118). Feed on fishes, shrimps and other crustaceans (Ref. 9118). | |||
| IUCN Red List Status: | Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 16 October 2019 Ref. (130435) | |||
| Threat to humans: | harmless | |||