The Yellowtail flounder is a flatfish found in the northwest Atlantic Ocean. It has an oval, flattened body with a distinctive yellow tail. This species typically grows up to 22 inches and weighs around 3 pounds. It inhabits sandy or muddy sea floors, feeding on small invertebrates and fish. Yellowtail flounders are known for their camouflaging abilities. This summary is AI generated
Water type
IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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Yellowtail flounder
length · weight
Yellowtail flounder
13 in · 1 lb
Yellowtail flounder
14 in · 1 lb 2 oz


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