Gulf flounder

Photo Credit: © Diane Rome Peebles
Family Sand flounders
Scientific Family Paralichthyidae
Scientific Name Paralichthys albigutta
Spanish Name Lenguado panzablanca
ITIS# 172736
Tail shape Pointed

The Gulf flounder is a flatfish that swims on its side. Their two eyes look upward when swimming. They have sharp teeth, two eyes on one side, and have a white side.


Biology

Occurs in bays, lagoons and shallow coastal waters. Inhabits mainly hard and sandy sea bottoms.

Appearance

Body Shape
Depressiform
Color
Main Color: Beige
Other Color: brown
Common Body Shape
Flattened top to bottom


Pattern
Spotted
Length
Avg Length: 14 inches (35 cm)
Max Length: 28 inches (71 cm)
Maximum Weight
6.2 lbs (2830 g)




Specifications

Handling Concerns
Harmless
Conservation Concerns
None
Range in USA
NC-TX


Abundance
Very Common


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