Witch Flounder
Glyptocephalus cynoglossus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 18–1570 m
- Max size: 60 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: VU
A flounder of soft mud bottoms in fairly deep water, it ranges from around 18 metres down past 1,500 and lies flat with both eyes on one side. It feeds on crustaceans, worms and brittle stars, and the IUCN lists it as vulnerable.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Pleuronectiformes › Pleuronectidae › Glyptocephalus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 127136.
FAQ
- How deep does the Witch Flounder live?
- The Witch Flounder (Glyptocephalus cynoglossus) is typically found at 18–1570 m.
- Is the Witch Flounder dangerous to divers?
- The Witch Flounder is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Witch Flounder get?
- The Witch Flounder grows to about 60 cm.