Tongue flatfish
Plagiopsetta glossa
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Saltwater
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 19,0 cm |
| Rango de Profundidad | 65-278m |
Habitat & Distribution
Tipo de Agua
Saltwater
Rango de Profundidad
65-278m
Taxonomy
| Orden | Pleuronectiformes (Flatfishes) |
| Familia | Samaridae |
| Especies | Plagiopsetta glossa |
Preguntas Frecuentes
How big does Tongue flatfish get?
Tongue flatfish can grow up to 19.0 cm long.
What family does Tongue flatfish belong to?
Tongue flatfish (Plagiopsetta glossa) belongs to the family Samaridae in the order Pleuronectiformes (Flatfishes).
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