Waite's lefteye flounder
📖 Overview
Waite's lefteye flounder (Arnoglossus waitei) 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 13 cm. It occurs at depths between 16 and 90 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 soft rays (total): 94 - 106; Anal soft rays: 76 - 82. : short and / or deep.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Waite's lefteye flounder is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range 16 - 90 m . Tropical West Pacific: Arafura Sea and southern Queensland, Australia.
🌿 Ecology
bottom-dwelling animals
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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