Northern tonguefish
📖 Overview
Inhabits bays and shallow coastal waters ; with mud substrates. Sexual maturity occurs at approximately 4 cm SL .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Northern tonguefish is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Northern tonguefish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Northern tonguefish is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Northern tonguefish is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range 102 - 233 m , usually 115 - 233 m . Temperate; 40°N - 18°N, 90°W - 65°W east coast of the United States, from off Long I.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aphoristia pusilla | Goode & Bean | 1885 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) — 5 records indexed .
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