Fishing for Patagonian flounder

Paralichthys patagonicus

The Patagonian flounder is a flatfish found in the coastal waters of the southwestern Atlantic Ocean. It has a laterally compressed body, allowing it to blend with sandy or muddy sea floors. Typically reaching 18-24 inches and weighing up to 10 pounds, it feeds on small fish and invertebrates. This species exhibits a sedentary lifestyle, often burying itself for camouflage. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater

IUCN Status

Vulnerable

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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