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Aquatic Life > Fish > Tropical Flounder | |
Tropical Flounder Flatfish lying on right side. Distance between eyes about 1 ½ time the diameter of the eye. Blue spot-and-ring markings. | |
Stats | |
| Family: | Flatfish |
| Features: | Pale brown to gray; large diffuse blotch behind pectoral fin and another on middle of side. Elongate and oval-shaped with eyes on left (upper) side. Can pale or darken rapidly to blend with background. Usually solitary. Inhabit sand flats and rocky gravel strewn areas. When moving, glide over bottom with wave-like motion. Remain still when approached, relying on camouflage. Bolt when closely approached or if molested. Often called a "flowery flounder". |
| Size: | 6 - 12 inches, maximum of 16 inches |
| Cautions: | None |
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