Flounder
Paralichthys lethostigma
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Saltwater
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 83,0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 9,33 kg |
| Faixa de Profundidade | 1-43m |
Habitat & Distribution
Neritic, estuaries
Tipo de Água
Saltwater
Faixa de Profundidade
1-43m
Informações de Pesca
Peixe Esportivo
Sim
Taxonomy
| Ordem | Pleuronectiformes (Flatfishes) |
| Família | Paralichthyidae (Large-tooth Flounders) |
| Espécies | Paralichthys lethostigma |
Perguntas Frequentes
How big does Flounder get?
Flounder can grow up to 83.0 cm long and weigh 9.33 kg.
Where is Flounder found?
Neritic, estuaries
What family does Flounder belong to?
Flounder (Paralichthys lethostigma) belongs to the family Paralichthyidae (Large-tooth Flounders) in the order Pleuronectiformes (Flatfishes).
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