Smallmouth flounder
📖 Overview
Smallmouth flounder (Etropus microstomus) 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 13 cm. With a trophic level of 3.4, 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): 68 - 83; Anal soft rays: 53 - 62. : other (see remarks).
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Smallmouth flounder is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
Oviparous . Distinct pairing . Females produce numerous eggs in multiple spawnings during a prolonged spawning period .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; oceanodromous ; depth range ? - 91 m . Subtropical; 37°N - 24°N North Carolina to Mississippi, USA, including the northern Gulf of Mexico.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Citharichthys micros | Fowler | 1911 | Synonym |
| Citharichthys microstomus | Gill | 1864 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 47 records indexed .
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