Brown lefteye flounder
📖 Overview
Brown lefteye flounder (Arnoglossus brunneus) is a ray-finned fish of the family Bothidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in deep-water environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 18.3 cm. It occurs at depths between 267 and 292 metres. With a trophic level of 3.5, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Data Deficient on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal soft rays (total): 108 - 113; Anal soft rays: 84 - 89. Distal end of pectoral fin on eyed side not blackish. Males without anterior dorsal-fin rays elongate (Ref 42535).: short and / or deep.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Brown lefteye flounder is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; bathydemersal; depth range 267 - 292 m . Deep-water Central Pacific: known only from the east coast of Luzon, Philippines.
🌿 Ecology
bottom-living animals
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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