Arnoglossus kessleri Schmidt, 1915 Scaldback |
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Poggiani, L. |
Family: | Bothidae (Lefteye flounders) | |||
Max. size: | 10 cm TL (male/unsexed) | |||
Environment: | demersal | |||
Distribution: | Mediterranean and Black Sea. | |||
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Biology: | Found on the upper part of the continental shelf. Feed on small fishes and invertebrates. Breeding period between May and August (Ref. 4704). | |||
IUCN Red List Status: | Data deficient (Ref. 96402) | |||
Threat to humans: | harmless | |||
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Entered by: Papasissi, Christine - 02.11.90 |
Modified by: Luna, Susan M. - 06.12.07 |
Checked by: Agustin, Liza Q. - 24.08.94 |