Biocellated Righteye Founder
Plagiopsetta biocellata
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–1 m
- Max size: 3.8 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: DD
A tiny flatfish barely the length of a fingernail, it was found on coral gravel in a shallow reef lagoon in less than a metre of water. Both eyes sit on the right side of its body, as in others of its family. It is known from so little material that it is listed as Data Deficient.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Pleuronectiformes › Samaridae › Plagiopsetta
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 1494012.
FAQ
- How deep does the Biocellated Righteye Founder live?
- The Biocellated Righteye Founder (Plagiopsetta biocellata) is typically found at 0–1 m.
- Is the Biocellated Righteye Founder dangerous to divers?
- The Biocellated Righteye Founder is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Biocellated Righteye Founder get?
- The Biocellated Righteye Founder grows to about 3.8 cm.