Spotted righteye flounder
📖 Overview
Spotted righteye flounder (Samariscus maculatus) is a ray-finned fish of the family Samaridae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in benthic, deep-water environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 10 cm. With a trophic level of 3.5, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Data Deficient on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal soft rays (total): 73; Anal soft rays: 57; Vertebrae: 39. Maximum total length 10 cm (Ref 12933).: short and / or deep.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Spotted righteye flounder is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal. Deep-water West Pacific: Maldives and the Kei Islands, Indonesia.
🌿 Ecology
small benthic animals
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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