Dwarf lefteye flounder
📖 Overview
Dwarf lefteye flounder (Arnoglossus tenuis) is a ray-finned fish of the family Bothidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 12 cm. It occurs at depths between 80 and 100 metres. With a trophic level of 3.5, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 0; Dorsal soft rays (total): 92 - 98; Anal spines: 0; Anal soft rays: 69 - 77. Mouth small, contained 2.6 to 2.9 times in head length. Maxillary extending to anterior margin of the eye. Few scales on lateral line, and few dorsal and anal fin rays. Attains 10 cm SL.: short and / or deep; Cross section: compressed.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Dwarf lefteye flounder is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range 80 - 100 m . Temperate
🌿 Ecology
benthic animals
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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