Fishing for Pacific sanddab

Citharichthys sordidus

The Pacific sanddab is a small, flat-bodied fish commonly found along the Pacific coast. It typically measures 6-16 inches in length and weighs up to 2 pounds. Its mottled brown coloration provides camouflage on sandy ocean floors. The sanddab feeds on crustaceans and small fish. Known for its sedentary behavior, it often buries itself in sand to ambush prey. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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