Flowery Flounder
Bothus mancus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 3–150 m
- Max size: 51 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A flatfish of sandy reef bottoms, the flowery flounder lies with both eyes on its upper side, shifting colour and pattern to vanish against the sand. It hides flat against the bottom and ambushes small prey that stray near.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Pleuronectiformes › Bothidae › Bothus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 219796.
FAQ
- How deep does the Flowery Flounder live?
- The Flowery Flounder (Bothus mancus) is typically found at 3–150 m.
- Is the Flowery Flounder dangerous to divers?
- The Flowery Flounder is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Flowery Flounder get?
- The Flowery Flounder grows to about 51 cm.