Larimus acclivis Jordan & Bristol, 1898 Steeplined drum |
photo by
Robertson, R. |
Family: | Sciaenidae (Drums or croakers) | |||
Max. size: | 26 cm TL (male/unsexed) | |||
Environment: | pelagic-neritic; marine; depth range 1 - 30 m | |||
Distribution: | Eastern Pacific: Baja California, Mexico and the Gulf of California to Peru. | |||
Diagnosis: | ||||
Biology: | Inhabits coastal waters and lagoons (Ref. 9118). Feeds mainly on planktonic crustaceans (Ref. 9118). Common in local markets (Ref. 9118). Depth range assumed (RF). | |||
IUCN Red List Status: | Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 09 October 2019 Ref. (130435) | |||
Threat to humans: | harmless |