Deepwater flounder
📖 Overview
Deepwater flounder (Monolene sessilicauda) is a ray-finned fish of the family Bothidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in deep-water environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 18 cm. It occurs at depths between 150 and 550 metres. With a trophic level of 3.6, it is a mid-level predator. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Deepwater flounder is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Deepwater flounder is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Deepwater flounder is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Deepwater flounder is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; bathydemersal; depth range 150 - 550 m . Deep-water; 42°N - 6°S, 94°W - 34°W
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Deepwater Flounder |
| 🇫🇷French | cardeau des profondeurs · Monolène du large |
| 🇪🇸Spanish | lenguado de fondo |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 31 records indexed .
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