Four twin-spot flounder
📖 Overview
Inhabits shallow water (10 m) on mud and sand bottoms of coastal zones to a depth of 150 m . Feeds on small benthic animals . Caught mainly with prawn trawls . Marketed fresh and considered a good food fish.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 0; Dorsal soft rays (total): 75 - 81; Anal spines: 0; Anal soft rays: 61 - 64. Pectoral fin on ocular side with 11-12 soft rays.: short and / or deep.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Four twin-spot flounder is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Four twin-spot flounder is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Distinct pairing .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range 10 - 75 m . Tropical South China Sea to the Indo-Australian Archipelago (including Western Australia).
🌿 Ecology
small benthic animals (Ref
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🍽️ Edibility & Flavour
⚡ Nutrition
Detailed nutritional data for Four twin-spot flounder is currently being compiled from USDA FoodData Central.
🔬 Mercury Safety
Mercury data for Four twin-spot flounder has not yet been assigned. Please consult FDA/EPA guidance for general seafood safety advice.
🌿 Sustainability
🔍 Similar Species
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