Family: |
Stichopodidae () |
Max. size: |
20 cm TL (male/unsexed) |
Environment: |
benthic; marine; depth range 0 - 65 m |
Distribution: |
Western Atlantic: USA, throughout the Caribbean, south to Brazil. |
Diagnosis: |
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Biology: |
Inhabits Thalassia beds and sandy areas (Ref. 415, 86832), particularly muddy sand (Ref. 86832). |
IUCN Red List Status: |
(LC); Date assessed: 18 May 2010 Ref. 123251)
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Threat to humans: |
harmless |
Country info: |
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