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The Pacific eyed flounder (Bothus constellatus) is a saltwater fish of the family Bothidae that grows up to 16 cm.
Description
The Pacific eyed flounder is a left-eyed flatfish (Bothidae) from the eastern Pacific. The species has a round, strongly flattened body with both eyes on the left side, set far apart, and an upper side studded with light-blue ring spots. It inhabits soft sand and mud bottoms of coastal waters, where it partly buries itself and matches its colour to the bottom. As an ambush hunter it springs on small crustaceans and small fishes. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Pacific eyed flounder?
The Pacific eyed flounder has a flattened, disc-shaped body, is mainly brown and shows a spots pattern. Widely spaced eyes and small light blue ring blotches; colour-changing, burrowing flatfish.
Where does the Pacific eyed flounder live?
The Pacific eyed flounder lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Eastern Pacific; soft sand and mud bottoms of coastal waters.
How big does the Pacific eyed flounder get?
The Pacific eyed flounder grows to a maximum of about 16 cm. On average the species is around 12 cm.
Is the Pacific eyed flounder dangerous to humans?
No, the Pacific eyed flounder is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Pacific eyed flounder edible?
The Pacific eyed flounder is rarely eaten.
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Same genus Bothus
More from the family Bothidae
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