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Giant Jawfish

Opistognathus rhomaleus Jordan & Gilbert 1882

Trophic Strategy

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Inhabits sand-rubble bottoms. Feeds on benthic and planktonic invertebrates. Often caught by trawlers and anglers (Ref. 11482).

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Biology

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Inhabits sand-rubble bottoms. Feeds on benthic and planktonic invertebrates. Often caught by trawlers and anglers.

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Importance

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gamefish: yes

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