Derwent flounder
Taratretis derwentensis
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Saltwater
Overview
Derwent flounder (Taratretis derwentensis) is a marine fish of the family Rhombosoleidae, in the order Pleuronectiformes. Maximum recorded length is 12 cm. Its recorded depth range is 3–50 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 12,0 cm |
| Tiefenbereich | 3-50m |
Habitat & Distribution
Wassertyp
Saltwater
Tiefenbereich
3-50m
Taxonomy
| Ordnung | Pleuronectiformes (Flatfishes) |
| Familie | Rhombosoleidae |
| Arten | Taratretis derwentensis |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
How big does Derwent flounder get?
Derwent flounder can grow up to 12.0 cm long.
What family does Derwent flounder belong to?
Derwent flounder (Taratretis derwentensis) belongs to the family Rhombosoleidae in the order Pleuronectiformes (Flatfishes).
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