Mud dab
Myzopsetta ferruginea
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Saltwater
Overview
Mud dab (Myzopsetta ferruginea) is a marine fish of the family Pleuronectidae (Righteye flounders), in the order Pleuronectiformes. Maximum recorded length is 64 cm, with a maximum published weight of 1.5 kg. Its recorded depth range is 27–364 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 64,0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 1,5 kg |
| Derinlik Aralığı | 27-364m |
Habitat & Distribution
Su Tipi
Saltwater
Derinlik Aralığı
27-364m
Taxonomy
| Takım | Pleuronectiformes (Flatfishes) |
| Familya | Pleuronectidae (Righteye flounders) |
| Türler | Myzopsetta ferruginea |
Sık Sorulan Sorular
How big does Mud dab get?
Mud dab can grow up to 64.0 cm long and weigh 1.5 kg.
What family does Mud dab belong to?
Mud dab (Myzopsetta ferruginea) belongs to the family Pleuronectidae (Righteye flounders) in the order Pleuronectiformes (Flatfishes).
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