Biology and use of the Pacific fat sleeper Dormitator latifrons (Richardson, 1844): state of the art review

The present work is a review of the literature on native Mexican fish Dormitator latifrons. aim to contribute integration and systematization current knowledge make it easier identify existing gaps breakthroghs Moreover, promote successful cultivation protection this species whose consumption increasing in Latin America. A articles related D. latifrons published international regional databases was carried out. reviewed focus taxonomy systematics, phylogenetic, geographic distribution, ecology, physiology, reproduction, development, pathology, health, technologies used cultivate species. conclusion that, even though commercial interest some countries, there are still significant our biology and, consequently, domestication potential Filling these will require systematic research efforts protecting natural populations improving mass techniques.