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Japonolaeops gracilis (Fowler, 1934) Philippine slender flounder |
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| Family: | Bothidae (Lefteye flounders) | |||
| Max. size: | 16.5 cm TL (male/unsexed) | |||
| Environment: | bathydemersal; marine; depth range 197 - 216 m | |||
| Distribution: | Western Central Pacific: Philippines. | |||
| Diagnosis: | Dorsal spines (total): 0-0; Dorsal soft rays (total): 112-112; Anal spines: 0-1; Anal soft rays: 93-93. Maximum total length 16 cm. Body depth 3.2 times in SL (Ref 42535). | |||
| Biology: | Known from one depth of 197 m. Feeds on benthic animals. | |||
| IUCN Red List Status: | Data deficient (DD); Date assessed: 02 March 2017 Ref. (130435) | |||
| Threat to humans: | harmless | |||