Bay flounder
Ammotretis rostratus
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Saltwater
Overview
Bay flounder (Ammotretis rostratus) is a marine fish of the family Rhombosoleidae, in the order Pleuronectiformes. Maximum recorded length is 30 cm. Its recorded depth range is 1–80 m. Recorded habitats include estuaries.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 30,0 cm |
| Tiefenbereich | 1-80m |
Habitat & Distribution
Estuaries
Wassertyp
Saltwater
Tiefenbereich
1-80m
Taxonomy
| Ordnung | Pleuronectiformes (Flatfishes) |
| Familie | Rhombosoleidae |
| Arten | Ammotretis rostratus |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
How big does Bay flounder get?
Bay flounder can grow up to 30.0 cm long.
Where is Bay flounder found?
Estuaries
What family does Bay flounder belong to?
Bay flounder (Ammotretis rostratus) belongs to the family Rhombosoleidae in the order Pleuronectiformes (Flatfishes).
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