Laeops natalensis Norman, 1931
Khaki flounder
photo by Bogorodsky, S.V.

Family:  Bothidae (Lefteye flounders)
Max. size:  14 cm TL (male/unsexed)
Environment:  bathydemersal; marine; depth range 53 - 420 m
Distribution:  Western Indian Ocean: South Africa and the Red Sea.
Diagnosis:  Dorsal spines (total): 0-0; Dorsal soft rays (total): 98-98; Anal spines: 0-0; Anal soft rays: 76-77. Yellowish brown in color; distal portion of median fins dusky (Ref. 4417). Pectoral fin on eyed side with 14-15 rays, on blind side with 14 rays (Ref. 4417).
Biology: 
IUCN Red List Status: Data deficient (DD); Date assessed: 10 August 2020 Ref. (130435)
Threat to humans:  harmless


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