Genus Limanda (Noun)
Meaning
A genus of Pleuronectidae; righteye flounders having a humped nose and small scales; the underside is often brightly colored.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The genus Limanda is a group of righteye flounders characterized by their distinctive humped nose and small scales.
- Limanda is a genus of flatfish that belongs to the family Pleuronectidae.
- Some species within the genus Limanda are known for their brightly colored underside, which serves as a form of camouflage.
- The genus Limanda is commonly found in the coastal waters of the North Atlantic and North Pacific oceans.
- Researchers have identified several species within the genus Limanda that are of significant commercial importance to the fishing industry.