Indo-Pacific Flounder and Similar Species
Pseudorhombus arsius
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Open the appSeveral fish can be confused with Indo-Pacific Flounder. Here are the key differences.
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Smalltooth Flounder
Pseudorhombus jenynsii
Key differences: P. jenynsii generally has smaller teeth, a less pronounced dark spot on the lateral line (or none), and typically fewer dorsal and anal fin rays (D 65-75, A 50-58 vs. P. arsius D 71-82, A 55-64).
Three-eyed Flounder
Pseudorhombus triocellatus
Key differences: Distinguished by three prominent, ocellated (eye-like) dark spots arranged in a triangle on the body, which are absent in P. arsius.
Indian Flounder
Pseudorhombus elevatus
Key differences: P. elevatus typically has a more elevated body profile and often lacks the distinct large dark spot on the lateral line, or if present, it is less prominent than in P. arsius. Fin ray counts also differ (D 67-75, A 52-59 for P. elevatus).
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