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Brill

Scophthalmus rhombus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Actinopterygii ›Order: Carangiformes ›Family: Scophthalmidae ›Genus: Scophthalmus

About

The brill (Scophthalmus rhombus) is a species of flatfish in the turbot family (Scophthalmidae) of the order Pleuronectiformes. Brill can be found in the northeast Atlantic, Baltic Sea, and Mediterranean, primarily in deeper offshore waters.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Brill?
The scientific name of Brill is Scophthalmus rhombus.
What is the conservation status of Brill?
The Brill has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Brill belong to?
Brill belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Brill belong to?
Brill belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Brill belong to?
Brill belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
What order does Brill belong to?
Brill belongs to the order Carangiformes.
What family does Brill belong to?
Brill belongs to the family Scophthalmidae.
What genus does Brill belong to?
Brill belongs to the genus Scophthalmus.

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