Citharichthys stigmaeus

Flat-fishes

Speckled Sanddab
Limande tachetée
Lenguado pecoso

Distribution

The tropical Pacific

Environment and movement of the diurnal species

The species is generally observed in a sandy/silty area.
The species is generally motionless in its environment
The species is generally found on or close to the seafloor.
The species can be found between 0 and 549 Meters.
Common species.
Hides in the sand.

General behaviour of the species

Species generally solitary
Hides in the sand.
The animal is rather indifferent to the diver, though it remains on its guard

General characteristics of the species

Maximum size : 17 cm
The animal is a hunter low in the food chain.
The animal changes colour like a chameleon

Relationship with humans

The species can be eaten but is of no particular culinary interest
The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
- -Sport or local fishing

The species can be confused with other species of similar appearance!