Heteristius cinctus (Osburn & Nichols, 1916)
Heteristius cinctus
photo by Allen, G.R.

Family:  Dactyloscopidae (Sand stargazers)
Max. size:  4.5 cm TL (male/unsexed)
Environment:  demersal; marine; depth range 1 - 27 m
Distribution:  Eastern Central Pacific: Baja California, Mexico to Ecuador.
Diagnosis:   
Biology:  Inhabits sandy bottoms. Feeds on small fishes and invertebrates.
IUCN Red List Status: Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 25 May 2007 Ref. (130435)
Threat to humans:  harmless


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