Flat fish
Cynoglossus lingua
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 45,0 cm |
| Диапазон глубин | 10-961m |
Habitat & Distribution
Estuaries
Тип воды
Freshwater & Saltwater
Диапазон глубин
10-961m
Taxonomy
| Отряд | Pleuronectiformes (Flatfishes) |
| Семейство | Cynoglossidae (Tonguefishes) |
| Виды | Cynoglossus lingua |
Часто задаваемые вопросы
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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