Flat fish
Cynoglossus lingua
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Overview
Flat fish (Cynoglossus lingua) is a euryhaline fish of the family Cynoglossidae (Tonguefishes), in the order Pleuronectiformes. Maximum recorded length is 45 cm. Its recorded depth range is 10–961 m. Recorded habitats include estuaries.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 45,0 cm |
| Rango de Profundidad | 10-961m |
Habitat & Distribution
Estuaries
Tipo de Agua
Freshwater & Saltwater
Rango de Profundidad
10-961m
Taxonomy
| Orden | Pleuronectiformes (Flatfishes) |
| Familia | Cynoglossidae (Tonguefishes) |
| Especies | Cynoglossus lingua |
Preguntas Frecuentes
How big does Flat fish get?
Flat fish can grow up to 45.0 cm long.
Where is Flat fish found?
Estuaries
What family does Flat fish belong to?
Flat fish (Cynoglossus lingua) belongs to the family Cynoglossidae (Tonguefishes) in the order Pleuronectiformes (Flatfishes).
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