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The Flounder (Engyprosopon grandisquama) is a saltwater fish of the family Bothidae that grows up to 15 cm.
Description
The largescale flounder is a small left-eyed flatfish (Bothidae) from the Indo-West Pacific. The species has an oval, strongly flattened body with both eyes on the left side and relatively large scales. It lives bottom-bound on sand and mud areas of the continental shelf, half-buried and well camouflaged. As an ambush hunter it feeds on crustaceans, polychaete worms and other small bottom animals. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Flounder?
The Flounder has a flattened, disc-shaped body, is mainly brown and shows a marbled pattern. Left-eyed flatfish with relatively large scales; half-buried ambush predator of the continental shelf.
Where does the Flounder live?
The Flounder lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. Indo-West Pacific; sandy and muddy bottoms of the continental shelf.
How big does the Flounder get?
The Flounder grows to a maximum of about 15 cm. On average the species is around 10 cm.
Is the Flounder dangerous to humans?
No, the Flounder is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Flounder edible?
The Flounder is rarely eaten.
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Same genus Engyprosopon
More from the family Bothidae
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