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Flounder

Flounder & Flatfish

Flounder

Paralichthyidae

SaltwaterBothidae or ParalichthyidaeLeast Concern

About

Flounder are flatfish that undergo a metamorphosis where one eye migrates to the other side of their body, allowing them to lie flat on the seabed. They are masters of camouflage, blending seamlessly with the ocean floor to ambush prey or avoid predators.

Average size
12-22 inches, 1-3 lbs
Colors
Brown, gray, or olive, often with spots or blotches that match the surrounding substrate.
Diet
Small fish, crustaceans (shrimp, crabs), worms, and other invertebrates.
Region
Atlantic Coast, Gulf Coast, Pacific Coast

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