Large-Mouth Righteye Flounder
Samariscus macrognathus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: to 82 m
- Max size: 5.5 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: DD
A small righteye flounder that lies flat on the seabed with both eyes on its upper side, taking small bottom animals as they pass. It has been recorded down to about ninety metres. It grows only to around six centimetres.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Pleuronectiformes › Samaridae › Samariscus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 279141.
FAQ
- How deep does the Large-Mouth Righteye Flounder live?
- The Large-Mouth Righteye Flounder (Samariscus macrognathus) is typically found at to 82 m.
- Is the Large-Mouth Righteye Flounder dangerous to divers?
- The Large-Mouth Righteye Flounder is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Large-Mouth Righteye Flounder get?
- The Large-Mouth Righteye Flounder grows to about 5.5 cm.