The summer flounder is a flatfish known for its distinctive ability to camouflage with the ocean floor. It typically inhabits coastal waters and estuaries along the Atlantic coast. This species feeds on small fish and invertebrates. Adults can reach up to 30 inches in length and weigh around 20 pounds. They are active predators with a unique, sideways swimming behavior. This summary is AI generated
Water type
Common depth
IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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Summer flounder
16 in · 1 lb 5 oz
Summer flounder
Intracoastal Waterway (Calabash - Southport)
15 in · 1 lb


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