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Opistognathus panamaensis Allen & Robertson, 1991 Panamanian jawfish |
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photo by
Allen, G.R. |
| Family: | Opistognathidae (Jawfishes) | |||
| Max. size: | 10 cm TL (male/unsexed) | |||
| Environment: | demersal; depth range - 12 m | |||
| Distribution: | Eastern Central Pacific: Cocos Island, Panama, and Malpelo Island. | |||
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| Biology: | Inhabits burrows in sand-rubble areas. Feeds on benthic and planktonic invertebrates. | |||
| IUCN Red List Status: | (Ref. 96402) | |||
| Threat to humans: | harmless | |||
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| Entered by: Garilao, Cristina V. - 26.02.98 |
| Modified by: Garilao, Cristina V. - 14.07.08 |