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The Acapulco flounder (Monolene dubiosa) is a saltwater fish of the family Bothidae that grows up to 7 cm.
Description
The Acapulco flounder is a small flatfish (Bothidae) from coastal waters of the eastern Pacific, off Central America. The species grows to about 7 cm and has a very thin, elongate, strongly flattened, pale-brown body with both eyes on the left side and a reduced lower pectoral fin. As a bottom-dweller it lies half-buried on sand and mud bottoms of the continental shelf and snaps at small invertebrates. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Acapulco flounder?
The Acapulco flounder has a flattened, disc-shaped body and is mainly brown.
Where does the Acapulco flounder live?
The Acapulco flounder lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. North America: Mexico
How big does the Acapulco flounder get?
The Acapulco flounder grows to a maximum of about 7 cm.
Is the Acapulco flounder dangerous to humans?
No, the Acapulco flounder is harmless to humans. This species is harmless to humans. No specific first aid is needed. Still handle the fish with care: mind the fin rays and the sharp edges of the gill cover, and rinse any scratch with clean water and cover it. For a dirty or deep wound check tetanus status.
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Same genus Monolene
More from the family Bothidae
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