Bastard Halibut
📖 Overview
Bastard Halibut (Tarphops oligolepis) is a ray-finned fish of the family Paralichthyidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 6.5 cm. With a trophic level of 3.3, 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
Dorsal spines (total): 0; Dorsal soft rays (total): 63 - 67; Anal spines: 0; Anal soft rays: 48 - 52; Vertebrae: 33 - 35. Soft ray count of pectoral fin refers to that on ocular side.: short and / or deep.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Bastard Halibut is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
Distinct pairing .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal. Temperate Northwest Pacific: Japan to Taiwan.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Bastard Halibut |
| 🇯🇵Japanese | Aramegarei · アラメガレイ |
| 🇨🇳Chinese | 半邊魚 · 扁魚 · 比目魚 · 皇帝魚 · 高體大鱗鮃 |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pseudorhombus oligolepis | Bleeker | 1858 | Synonym |
| Rhombus oligolepis | Bleeker | 1858 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 4 records indexed .
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