Flounder
Pseudorhombus neglectus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 30–40 m
- Max size: 25 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A left eyed flounder of muddy and sandy shelf bottoms, this flatfish lies flat and ambushes small bottom dwelling animals. It reaches about twenty five centimetres and reaches the market fresh.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Pleuronectiformes › Paralichthyidae › Pseudorhombus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 277085.
FAQ
- How deep does the Flounder live?
- The Flounder (Pseudorhombus neglectus) is typically found at 30–40 m.
- Is the Flounder dangerous to divers?
- The Flounder is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Flounder get?
- The Flounder grows to about 25 cm.