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genus psetta

 

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Noun genus psetta has 1 sense
  1. Psetta, genus Psetta - a genus of Bothidae
    --1 is a kind of fish genus
    --1 is a member of Bothidae, family Bothidae
    --1 has members: turbot, Psetta maxima

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Genus Psetta

Description

Genus Psetta refers to a taxonomic classification that encompasses a group of marine flatfish species in the family Scophthalmidae. The genus includes several species, with Psetta maxima, commonly known as the Turbot, being the most well-known.

Sense 1: Taxonomy

In taxonomy, Genus Psetta is a classification for marine flatfish species in the family Scophthalmidae. These species are characterized by their diamond-shaped bodies, both eyes situated on the same side, and a preference for sandy or muddy habitats.

Example Sentence:

The Turbot (Psetta maxima) belongs to the genus Psetta.

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