Assorted Flounder
(Bothus lunatus)
Please Note: Due to variations within species, your item may not look identical to the image provided. Approximate size range may also vary between individual specimen.
Please Note: Due to variations within species, your item may not look identical to the image provided. Approximate size range may also vary between individual specimen.
Assorted Flounder
(Bothus lunatus)
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Quick Stats
Care Level
Easy
Temperament
Semi-aggressive
Color Form
Black, Blue
Diet
Carnivore
Reef Compatible
With Caution
Water Conditions
sg 1.020-1.025, 72-78° F, dKH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4
Max. Size
1' 2"
Family
Bothidae
Minimum Tank Size
125 gallons
Compatibility
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Care Level
Easy
Temperament
Semi-aggressive
Color Form
Black, Blue
Diet
Carnivore
Reef Compatible
With Caution
Water Conditions
sg 1.020-1.025, 72-78° F, dKH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4
Max. Size
1' 2"
Family
Bothidae
Minimum Tank Size
125 gallons
Compatibility
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What do these Quick Stats mean? Click here for more information
Overview
The Flounder, also known as Plate Fish or Peacock Flounder, is laterally compressed and lays on its side on the bottom of the ocean or aquarium. Early in development, both eyes migrate to the left or right side, usually the left. The Flounder has a dull color with occasional light blue spotting. This allows it to lay in the sand, where the dull colors blend in making it very hard to see.
It requires a 125 gallon or larger aquarium with a sandy bottom which will allow it to blend in and change positions. It will eat most any invertebrate or small fish that come within its vicinity.
The diet should consist of chopped marine meats.
Approximate Purchase Size: Small: 1" to 2"; Medium: 2" to 3" Large; 3" to 5"; XLarge 5" and Larger
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Customer Testimonials
David Y
Yorba Linda , CA
I have a lot more expensive fish, but the Flounder is one of my favorites. It's an attention getter, because your guests never know his existence until you drop in some food. This guy swims up to catch his food. It's quite a sight to see a flat white fish gracefully and quickly swim in the water and against the rocks to catch his food. He eats everything - chopped fish, squid, shrimp, and beef heart.
Kamron F
South Padre Island , TX
It's one thing to fish for these elusive side sliders. You get a certain swell of "Oh WOW" just watching them feed in their natural habitat. They are the masters of patience and the definition of still hunters. Having one as a pet just makes you love them that much more.
Corbin H
Selma , CA
I just got one today it is so small and cute.It is so easy to care for.It comes fully packed for shipping.A great choice in fish.
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