Sand Flounder
Rhombosolea plebeia
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 22–100 m
- Max size: 43 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A right eyed flounder of New Zealand shallows, it lies on sand and mud generally shallower than 50 metres. Young fish spend up to two years in sheltered estuaries, mudflats and sandflats before moving out. It grows to about 43 centimetres and is harmless to divers.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Pleuronectiformes › Pleuronectidae › Rhombosolea
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 282601.
FAQ
- How deep does the Sand Flounder live?
- The Sand Flounder (Rhombosolea plebeia) is typically found at 22–100 m.
- Is the Sand Flounder dangerous to divers?
- The Sand Flounder is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Sand Flounder get?
- The Sand Flounder grows to about 43 cm.