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Paralichthys aestuarius Gilbert & Scofield, 1898 Cortez flounder |
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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. | |||
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| 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 | |||