The God's flounder (Cyclopsetta panamensis) is a brackish-water fish of the family Paralichthyidae that grows up to 35 cm.
Description
The Panama flounder is a lefteye flatfish of the sand flounder family (Paralichthyidae) from the eastern Pacific. The species has a flattened, oval body with both eyes on the left side, a large mouth and a mottled upper surface that camouflages it on the bottom. It inhabits soft bottoms, from shallow estuaries to about 44 m deep. As a bottom predator it lies partly buried and ambushes small fishes and crustaceans. It is marketed fresh. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the God's flounder?
The God's flounder has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly brown and shows a spots pattern.
Where does the God's flounder live?
The God's flounder lives in brackish water and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom.
How big does the God's flounder get?
The God's flounder grows to a maximum of about 35 cm. On average the species is around 25 cm.
Is the God's flounder dangerous to humans?
No, the God's flounder is harmless to humans.
Is the God's flounder edible?
Yes, the God's flounder is commonly eaten.
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Same genus Cyclopsetta
More from the family Paralichthyidae
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