Stellifer ericymba (Jordan & Gilbert, 1882)
Hollow stardrum
Stellifer ericymba
photo by Robertson, R.

Family:  Sciaenidae (Drums or croakers)
Max. size:  20.1 cm TL (male/unsexed); max.weight: 76.0 g
Environment:  demersal; marine; depth range - 30 m
Distribution:  Eastern Pacific: Mexico to Peru.
Diagnosis:   
Biology:  Found in warm water, over muddy bottom (Ref. 9118). Feeds mainly on zooplankton (Ref. 9118).
IUCN Red List Status: Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 27 January 2020 Ref. (130435)
Threat to humans:  harmless


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