Author: (Valenciennes, 1837)
FBname: Bocon toadfish
Comments: Inhabits littoral (subtidal) waters; usually found on sandy or rock bottom; large fish may be found in waters less than 1 m of depth hiding in crevices or caves (Ref. 3273).  Feeds mostly on molluscs and crustaceans.  Reported to be moderately abundant and regularly consumed by fishermen (Ref. 50841).  Eggs are deposited on the shells of mollusks and on stones.  One of the very few marine fishes that guards fry and juveniles.  It is caught in traps and special types of hooks (garrapinos) (Ref. 50841).  Marketed fresh.