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Archosargus pourtalesii (Steindachner, 1881) Blackspot porgy |
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photo by
Allen, G.R. |
| Family: | Sparidae (Porgies) | |||
| Max. size: | 35.6 cm TL (male/unsexed) | |||
| Environment: | benthopelagic; marine; depth range 3 - 30 m | |||
| Distribution: | Eastern Pacific: endemic to the Galapagos Islands. This species is related only to western Atlantic forms (Ref. 9227). | |||
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| Biology: | Frequently encountered in bay areas. | |||
| IUCN Red List Status: | Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 16 September 2022 Ref. (130435) | |||
| Threat to humans: | harmless | |||