Fishing for Stone Flounder

Platichthys bicoloratus

The Stone Flounder is a demersal fish known for its asymmetrical, flattened body and mottled coloration, which provides camouflage on sandy or muddy sea floors. It primarily feeds on small invertebrates and crustaceans. Typically found in coastal waters, it grows up to 24 inches and weighs around 8 pounds. The Stone Flounder exhibits a sedentary lifestyle, often burying itself in sediment. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater / Freshwater / Mixed

IUCN Status

Vulnerable

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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