Hippoglossina tetrophthalma

Hippoglossina tetrophthalma (Gilbert, 1890) is a species of actinopterygii belonging to the family Paralichthyidae (order Pleuronectiformes).

Common name. In English this species is commonly known as the Foureye Flounder.

Taxonomy. The scientific name Hippoglossina tetrophthalma (Gilbert, 1890) places this species within the actinopterygii lineage, among the most diverse vertebrates on Earth.

Description & ecology. As a member of Pleuronectiformes, Hippoglossina tetrophthalma 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 Paralichthyidae.

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

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