Broad flounder
📖 Overview
Broad flounder (Paralichthys squamilentus) 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 46 cm. It occurs at depths between 1 and 230 metres. With a trophic level of 4, it is a mid-level predator. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Broad flounder is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Broad flounder is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Broad flounder is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Distinct pairing . Oviparous . Females produce numerous eggs in multiple spawnings during a prolonged spawning period .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range 1 - 230 m . Subtropical; 37°N - 18°N, 97°W - 75°W North Carolina to Florida in USA and the entire Gulf of Mexico.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) — 24 records indexed .
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