Hippoglossina stomata Eigenmann & Eigenmann, 1890
Bigmouth flounder
Hippoglossina stomata
photo by Love, M.

Family:  Paralichthyidae (Large-tooth flounders)
Max. size:  40 cm TL (male/unsexed)
Environment:  demersal; marine; depth range 30 - 137 m
Distribution:  Eastern Pacific: Monterey Bay in California, USA to the Gulf of California.
Diagnosis:   
Biology:  Utilized fresh and is said to be an excellent foodfish.
IUCN Red List Status: Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 25 May 2007 Ref. (130435)
Threat to humans:  harmless


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