Scophthalmus maeoticus

Scophthalmus maeoticus (Pallas, 1814) is a species of actinopterygii belonging to the family Scophthalmidae (order Pleuronectiformes).

Common name. In English this species is commonly known as the Black Sea turbot.

Taxonomy. The scientific name Scophthalmus maeoticus (Pallas, 1814) places this species within the actinopterygii lineage, among the most diverse vertebrates on Earth.

Description & ecology. As a member of Pleuronectiformes, Scophthalmus maeoticus exhibits the group's characteristic adaptations: They are flatfishes whose adults have both eyes on one side of a flattened body, living on the seabed. Its biology reflects the demands of its particular habitat and life history within the family Scophthalmidae.

Distribution. The species occurs within the natural range of its lineage; precise localities and depth preferences are documented in the taxonomic literature for Scophthalmidae.

Human relevance. Like many fishes, it may be of interest to fisheries, aquaculture, the aquarium trade, or conservation, depending on its abundance and distribution.