Family: |
Stichaeidae (Pricklebacks), subfamily: Xiphisterinae |
Max. size: |
13.3 cm SL (male/unsexed) |
Environment: |
benthopelagic; marine; depth range 0 - 56 m |
Distribution: |
North Pacific: Commander and Aleutian islands to northern Gulf of Alaska and northern Kuril Islands. |
Diagnosis: |
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Biology: |
Inhabits lower intertidal and subtidal zones to depths of 56 meters (Ref. 51666). |
IUCN Red List Status: |
Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. (130435)
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Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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