Flounder & Flatfish
Starry Flounder
Platichthys stellatus
BothPleuronectidaeLeast Concern
About
The Starry Flounder is a flatfish characterized by its diamond-shaped body and distinctive star-shaped bony plates along its dorsal fin and lateral line. It is a bottom-dwelling fish, often found partially buried in sand or mud, and exhibits remarkable camouflage abilities to blend with its surroundings.
- Average size
- 10-20 inches, up to 3 lbs
- Colors
- Dark brown to black on the eyed side, often with orange or yellow spots; white or cream-colored on the blind side.
- Diet
- Small crustaceans, worms, mollusks, and small fish.
- Region
- Pacific coast of North America, from Alaska to California.