Big-eyed tongue-sole
📖 Overview
Big-eyed tongue-sole (Cynoglossus macrophthalmus) is a ray-finned fish of the family Cynoglossidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 27.7 cm. With a trophic level of 3.5, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
One nostril on eyed side of head (Ref 9895).: short and / or deep.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Big-eyed tongue-sole is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal. Tropical West Pacific: northwestern Australia.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Big-eyed Tongue-sole · Long-nosed Tongue Sole · Longnose Tongue Sole |
| 🌍THA | ปลายอดม่วงตาโต |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .
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