Broad flounder
Paralichthys squamilentus
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Saltwater
Overview
Broad flounder (Paralichthys squamilentus) is a marine fish of the family Paralichthyidae (Large-tooth Flounders), in the order Pleuronectiformes. Maximum recorded length is 46 cm. Its recorded depth range is 1–230 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 46.0 cm |
| ช่วงความลึก | 1-230m |
Habitat & Distribution
ประเภทน้ำ
Saltwater
ช่วงความลึก
1-230m
Taxonomy
| อันดับ | Pleuronectiformes (Flatfishes) |
| วงศ์ | Paralichthyidae (Large-tooth Flounders) |
| สายพันธุ์ | Paralichthys squamilentus |
คำถามที่พบบ่อย
How big does Broad flounder get?
Broad flounder can grow up to 46.0 cm long.
What family does Broad flounder belong to?
Broad flounder (Paralichthys squamilentus) belongs to the family Paralichthyidae (Large-tooth Flounders) in the order Pleuronectiformes (Flatfishes).
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