Gulf Stream flounder
📖 Overview
Gulf Stream flounder (Citharichthys arctifrons) 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 18 cm. It occurs at depths between 46 and 366 metres. With a trophic level of 3.3, 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
Physical description for Gulf Stream flounder is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Gulf Stream flounder is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
Distinct pairing . Oviparous . Females produce numerous eggs in multiple spawnings during a prolonged spawning period .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range 46 - 366 m . Subtropical; 45°N - 21°N
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Gulf Stream Flounder |
| 🇫🇷French | plie du Gulf Stream |
| 🇷🇺Russian | камбала американская карликовая · Крутолобый цитарихт |
| 🇪🇸Spanish | lenguado golfino |
| 🇨🇳Chinese | 北极副棘鲆 · 北極副棘鮃 |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Neoetropus macrops | Hildebrand & Schroeder | 1928 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1,152 records indexed .
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