Speckled Sanddab
Citharichthys stigmaeus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: to 549 m
- Max size: 17 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A small flatfish of sandy bottoms, this sanddab lies flat with both eyes on one side of its body, ranging from close to shore out to well over three hundred metres. Its modest size keeps it off the commercial radar.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Pleuronectiformes › Paralichthyidae › Citharichthys
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 275696.
FAQ
- How deep does the Speckled Sanddab live?
- The Speckled Sanddab (Citharichthys stigmaeus) is typically found at to 549 m.
- Is the Speckled Sanddab dangerous to divers?
- The Speckled Sanddab is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Speckled Sanddab get?
- The Speckled Sanddab grows to about 17 cm.