Bigeye flounder
Hippoglossina macrops
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Saltwater
Depth Range
35-600m
Family
Overview
Bigeye flounder (Hippoglossina macrops) is a marine fish of the family Paralichthyidae (Large-tooth Flounders), in the order Pleuronectiformes. Its recorded depth range is 35–600 m.
Habitat & Distribution
Water Type
Saltwater
Depth Range
35-600m
Taxonomy
| Order | Pleuronectiformes (Flatfishes) |
| Family | Paralichthyidae (Large-tooth Flounders) |
| Species | Hippoglossina macrops |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does Bigeye flounder belong to?
Bigeye flounder (Hippoglossina macrops) belongs to the family Paralichthyidae (Large-tooth Flounders) in the order Pleuronectiformes (Flatfishes).
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