Trinectes Microphthalmus
📖 Overview
Trinectes Microphthalmus (Trinectes microphthalmus), first described by Chabanaud, 1928 is a small fish in the family Achiridae (order Pleuronectiformes). Adults typically reach 9.40 cm in maximum length. It inhabits marine coastal and open-ocean environments. It occurs in Tropical waters. It is broadly omnivorous, taking invertebrates, plant matter, and detritus. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Least Concern.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 0; Dorsal soft rays (total): 48 - 53; Anal spines: 0; Anal soft rays: 34 - 37. Pectoral fin vestigial .: short and / or deep.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Trinectes Microphthalmus is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; brackish; demersal. Tropical
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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