Ocellated turbot
📖 Overview
Ocellated turbot (Pleuronichthys ocellatus) is a ray-finned fish of the family Pleuronectidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 24 cm. It occurs at depths between 1 and 140 metres. With a trophic level of 3.2, 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
Physical description for Ocellated turbot is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Ocellated turbot is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range 1 - 140 m . Subtropical; 37°N - 25°N Central Pacific: Baja California, Mexico and the Gulf of California.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Ocellated Turbot |
| 🇫🇷French | Charlottin ocellé |
| 🇵🇹Portuguese | Pregado-ocelado |
| 🇪🇸Spanish | platija ocelada |
| 🇨🇳Chinese | 眼斑木葉鰈 |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 10 records indexed .
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