Longfin righteye flounder
Nematops macrochirus
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Saltwater
Overview
Longfin righteye flounder (Nematops macrochirus) is a marine fish of the family Poecilopsettidae, in the order Pleuronectiformes. Maximum recorded length is 15 cm. Its recorded depth range is 218–438 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 15,0 cm |
| Plage de profondeur | 218-438m |
Habitat & Distribution
Type d'eau
Saltwater
Plage de profondeur
218-438m
Taxonomy
| Ordre | Pleuronectiformes (Flatfishes) |
| Famille | Poecilopsettidae |
| Espèces | Nematops macrochirus |
Foire aux questions
How big does Longfin righteye flounder get?
Longfin righteye flounder can grow up to 15.0 cm long.
What family does Longfin righteye flounder belong to?
Longfin righteye flounder (Nematops macrochirus) belongs to the family Poecilopsettidae in the order Pleuronectiformes (Flatfishes).
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