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Gillellus chathamensis Dawson, 1977 Cocos stargazer |
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photo by
Robertson, R. |
| Family: | Dactyloscopidae (Sand stargazers) | |||
| Max. size: | 3.8 cm TL (male/unsexed) | |||
| Environment: | demersal; marine; depth range 5 - 12 m | |||
| Distribution: | Eastern Central Pacific: Cocos Island, Costa Rica. | |||
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| Biology: | Found on sandy bottoms. Feeds on small fishes and invertebrates. | |||
| IUCN Red List Status: | Vulnerable (VU); Date assessed: 25 May 2007 (D2) Ref. (130435) | |||
| Threat to humans: | harmless | |||