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The Feeble lefteye flounder (Arnoglossus debilis) is a saltwater fish of the family Bothidae that grows up to 17 cm.
Description
The feeble lefteye flounder is a small flatfish (Bothidae) from coastal waters of the western Pacific, off East Asia. The species grows to about 17 cm and has a thin, oval, strongly flattened, pale-brown body with both eyes on the left side. As a bottom-dweller it lies half-buried on sand and mud bottoms of the continental shelf and ambushes small crustaceans, worms and small fish. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Feeble lefteye flounder?
The Feeble lefteye flounder has a flattened, disc-shaped body and is mainly brown.
Where does the Feeble lefteye flounder live?
The Feeble lefteye flounder lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Oceania: Kiribati, Indonesia, Caroline I., Hawaii
How big does the Feeble lefteye flounder get?
The Feeble lefteye flounder grows to a maximum of about 17 cm.
Is the Feeble lefteye flounder dangerous to humans?
No, the Feeble lefteye flounder is harmless to humans. This species is harmless to humans. No specific first aid is needed. Still handle the fish with care: mind the fin rays and the sharp edges of the gill cover, and rinse any scratch with clean water and cover it. For a dirty or deep wound check tetanus status.
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Same genus Arnoglossus
More from the family Bothidae
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