Hippoglossina oblonga (Mitchill, 1815) American fourspot flounder |
photo by
Flescher, D. |
Family: | Paralichthyidae (Large-tooth flounders) | |||
Max. size: | 49 cm TL (male/unsexed) | |||
Environment: | demersal; marine; depth range - 311 m | |||
Distribution: | Western Atlantic: Canada (Ref. 5951) and Georges Bank to southern Florida, USA. | |||
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Biology: | Occurs in bays and sounds in the north range; in progressively deeper water to 275 m or more off Florida, USA. | |||
IUCN Red List Status: | Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 29 January 2013 Ref. (130435) | |||
Threat to humans: | harmless |