| Family: |
Carangidae (Jacks and pompanos), subfamily: Trachinotinae |
| Max. size: |
34 cm FL (male/unsexed) |
| Environment: |
pelagic-neritic; marine; depth range 0 - 6 m |
| Distribution: |
Eastern Pacific: Ecuador and Peru, including the Revillagigedo and Galapagos islands. |
| Diagnosis: |
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| Biology: |
Adults are found near islands (Ref. 9283). They generally form big schools (Ref. 9283). Not directly targeted for fishing (Ref. 9283). |
| IUCN Red List Status: |
Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 30 April 2008 Ref. (130435)
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| Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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