Trichopsetta [Trichopsetta]

Description

Trichopsetta includes species of lefteye flounders known for their distinctive filamentous pelvic fins. These flounders inhabit the western Atlantic Ocean, from shallow coastal waters to the edge of the continental shelf. They are adapted to a life on the seabed, with a diet that includes small fish and benthic invertebrates. Trichopsetta species are recognized by their unique fin structure, which is thought to play a role in their mating rituals and in detecting prey.

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