Platygillellus bussingi Dawson, 1974 Bussing's stargazer |
photo by
Allen, G.R. |
Family: | Dactyloscopidae (Sand stargazers) | |||
Max. size: | 5 cm TL (male/unsexed) | |||
Environment: | demersal; marine; depth range 1 - 15 m | |||
Distribution: | Eastern Central Pacific: Costa Rica and Panama. | |||
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Biology: | Inhabits sandy bottoms. Feeds on small fishes and invertebrates. | |||
IUCN Red List Status: | Near Threatened (NT); Date assessed: 25 May 2007 Ref. (130435) | |||
Threat to humans: | harmless |