Three-eye flounder
📖 Overview
Three-eye flounder (Ancylopsetta dilecta) is a ray-finned fish of the family Paralichthyidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 25 cm. It occurs at depths between 59 and 366 metres. With a trophic level of 3.6, it is a mid-level predator. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 0; Dorsal soft rays (total): 66 - 67; Anal spines: 0; Anal soft rays: 49 - 50. : short and / or deep.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Three-eye flounder is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Three-eye flounder is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Distinct pairing . Oviparous . Females produce numerous eggs in multiple spawnings during a prolonged spawning period .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range 59 - 366 m . Subtropical; 37°N - 5°N, 98°W - 53°W North Carolina to Florida and northern Gulf of Mexico in USA to Yucatan in Mexico; reported to extend to Suriname (Ref.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Notosema dilecta | Goode & Bean | 1883 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 33 records indexed .
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