Cape flounder
Arnoglossus capensis
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Saltwater
Overview
Cape flounder (Arnoglossus capensis) is a marine fish of the family Bothidae (Lefteye Flounders), in the order Pleuronectiformes. Maximum recorded length is 20 cm. Its recorded depth range is 1–200 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 20,0 cm |
| Rango de Profundidad | 1-200m |
Habitat & Distribution
Tipo de Agua
Saltwater
Rango de Profundidad
1-200m
Taxonomy
| Orden | Pleuronectiformes (Flatfishes) |
| Familia | Bothidae (Lefteye Flounders) |
| Especies | Arnoglossus capensis |
Preguntas Frecuentes
How big does Cape flounder get?
Cape flounder can grow up to 20.0 cm long.
What family does Cape flounder belong to?
Cape flounder (Arnoglossus capensis) belongs to the family Bothidae (Lefteye Flounders) in the order Pleuronectiformes (Flatfishes).
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