Syacium papillosum

Various fishes

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Dusky flounder
Dämmeriger Butt
Duister ploeteer
Fausse limande sombre
Lenguado fusco

Distribution

The tropical Atlantic

Environment and movement of the diurnal species

The species is generally observed in a sandy/silty area.
The species is generally motionless in its environment
The species is generally found on or close to the seafloor.
The species can be found between 10 and 140 Meters.
Hides in the sand.

General behaviour of the species

Hides in the sand.
The animal is rather indifferent to the diver, though it remains on its guard

General characteristics of the species

Maximum size : 30 cm
The animal is a hunter low in the food chain.

Relationship with humans

The species can be eaten but is of no particular culinary interest