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Summer Flounder

Paralichthys dentatus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Actinopterygii ›Order: Carangiformes ›Family: Paralichthyidae ›Genus: Paralichthys

About

The summer flounder (Paralichthys dentatus) is a marine flatfish that is found in the Atlantic Ocean off the East coast of the United States and Canada. It is especially abundant in waters from North Carolina to Massachusetts.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Summer Flounder?
The scientific name of Summer Flounder is Paralichthys dentatus.
What kingdom does Summer Flounder belong to?
Summer Flounder belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Summer Flounder belong to?
Summer Flounder belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Summer Flounder belong to?
Summer Flounder belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
What order does Summer Flounder belong to?
Summer Flounder belongs to the order Carangiformes.
What family does Summer Flounder belong to?
Summer Flounder belongs to the family Paralichthyidae.
What genus does Summer Flounder belong to?
Summer Flounder belongs to the genus Paralichthys.