genus platichthys

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Noun genus platichthys has 1 sense

Platichthys, genus Platichthys - a genus of Pleuronectidae
--₁ is a kind of fish genus
--₁ is a member of Pleuronectidae, family Pleuronectidae
--₁ has members: European flatfish, Platichthys flesus

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Genus Platichthys

Description:

Genus Platichthys refers to a taxonomic classification of flatfishes that belong to the family Pleuronectidae. It includes two recognized species, namely Platichthys flesus and Platichthys stellatus.

Sample sentences:

The genus Platichthys is known for its characteristic flat bodies and both eyes located on one side of the head.
Platichthys flesus, commonly known as the European flounder, is a member of the genus Platichthys.
Platichthys stellatus, also known as the starry flounder, is another species within the genus Platichthys.

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