Stellifer oscitans (Jordan & Gilbert, 1882) Yawning stardrum |
photo by
Robertson, R. |
Family: | Sciaenidae (Drums or croakers) | |||
Max. size: | 25 cm TL (male/unsexed) | |||
Environment: | demersal; marine | |||
Distribution: | Eastern Pacific: Nicaragua to Peru. | |||
Diagnosis: | ||||
Biology: | Common in shallow water, over muddy bottom (Ref. 9118). Common in local markets (Ref. 9118). | |||
IUCN Red List Status: | Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 27 January 2020 Ref. (130435) | |||
Threat to humans: | harmless |