Fine flounder
📖 Overview
Fine flounder (Paralichthys adspersus) 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 70 cm. It occurs at depths between 1 and 35 metres. With a trophic level of 4, it is a mid-level predator. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Commercially fished and consumed as food.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 0; Dorsal soft rays (total): 72 - 77; Anal spines: 0; Anal soft rays: 57 - 65. Pectoral fins short, about half of head on ocular side and about one-third of head on blind side. Caudal fin double truncate .: short and / or deep.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Fine flounder is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
Distinct pairing .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range 1 - 35 m . Subtropical; 2°N - 46°S, 82°W - 73°W
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🍽️ Edibility & Flavour
"Fine flounder is an edible species."
- Clear, bright eyes — cloudy eyes indicate age
- Firm flesh that springs back when pressed
- Fresh ocean smell, never strong or ammonia-like
- Bright red or pink gills, not grey or brown
- Shiny, moist skin with scales tightly attached
- Cloudy or sunken eyes
- Strong fishy or ammonia odour
- Soft, mushy flesh that doesn't spring back
- Discoloured or dry flesh
⚡ Nutrition
Per 100g cooked - Source: USDA FoodData Central
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Protein | 16.7 g |
| Omega-3 (total) | 179 mg |
🔬 Mercury Safety
Mercury data for Fine flounder has not yet been assigned. Please consult FDA/EPA guidance for general seafood safety advice.
🌿 Sustainability
🔬 Full Nutritional Profile
Per 100g - Raw, per 100g - Source: USDA FoodData Central templates (generic fish average)
📊 Population Dynamics
| Year | Region | Index | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| - | - | - |
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Fine Flounder |
| 🇯🇵Japanese | Hunboruto-hirame · フンボルトヒラメ |
| 🇵🇹Portuguese | Linguado-fino |
| 🇪🇸Spanish | Lenguado · Lenguado Fino |
| 🇨🇳Chinese | 多耙牙鮃 |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hippoglossus kingii | Jenyns | 1842 | Heterotypic |
| Pseudorhombus adspersus | Steindachner | 1867 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 8 records indexed .
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