Bloch's tonguesole
📖 Overview
Bloch's tonguesole (Paraplagusia bleekeri) 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 22 cm. It occurs at depths between 7 and 80 metres. With a trophic level of 3.4, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal soft rays (total): 77 - 105; Anal soft rays: 70 - 82. Caudal vertebrae 36-39; mid-lateral line scales 73-96 .: elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Bloch's tonguesole is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; brackish; demersal; depth range 7 - 80 m . Tropical West Pacific: southern Oman to Papua New Guinea (Ref.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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