Fivespot Flounder
Pseudorhombus pentophthalmus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 38–150 m
- Max size: 26.8 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A left eyed flounder of the western Pacific, it lies on mud and sand across the continental shelf, often deeper than 100 metres. Both eyes sit on its upper side as it waits for small crustaceans and fishes to pass within reach. It grows to about 27 centimetres.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Pleuronectiformes › Paralichthyidae › Pseudorhombus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 277088.
FAQ
- How deep does the Fivespot Flounder live?
- The Fivespot Flounder (Pseudorhombus pentophthalmus) is typically found at 38–150 m.
- Is the Fivespot Flounder dangerous to divers?
- The Fivespot Flounder is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Fivespot Flounder get?
- The Fivespot Flounder grows to about 26.8 cm.