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The Pacific leopard flounder (Bothus leopardinus) is a saltwater fish of the family Bothidae that grows up to 24 cm.
Description
The Pacific leopard flounder is a flatfish (Bothidae) from the eastern Pacific. As a left-eyed flatfish it lies on its right side on the bottom, with both eyes on the upward-facing left flank; its upper side is strewn with eyespots and rings for camouflage. It lives bottom-bound on soft, sandy bottoms, also gravel and shell rubble, with sandy pockets between rock and coral. As an ambush hunter it feeds on small fishes and bottom invertebrates. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Pacific leopard flounder?
The Pacific leopard flounder has a flattened, disc-shaped body, is mainly brown and shows a spots pattern. Left-sided flatfish with eyespots and rings as camouflage; ambush predator on sandy bottoms.
Where does the Pacific leopard flounder live?
The Pacific leopard flounder lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Eastern Pacific; sandy bottoms of coastal waters.
How big does the Pacific leopard flounder get?
The Pacific leopard flounder grows to a maximum of about 24 cm. On average the species is around 8 cm.
Is the Pacific leopard flounder dangerous to humans?
No, the Pacific leopard flounder is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Pacific leopard flounder edible?
The Pacific leopard flounder is rarely eaten.
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Same genus Bothus
More from the family Bothidae
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