Lefteye Flounder (Noun)
Meaning
Flatfishes with both eyes on the left side of the head.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- Lefteye flounder can be found in deep waters, usually around 500-700 meters below sea level.
- Researchers identified the newly discovered lefteye flounder as a new species based on its distinct features.
- Commercial fishing boats rarely catch lefteye flounders as they tend to avoid baited hooks.
- Scientists discovered a new lefteye flounder that used camouflage to hide itself in plain sight on the seafloor.
- Despite its appearance, lefteye flounders can actually be right-eyed at birth but change during metamorphosis.