Species FishWide-eyed Flounder

Wide-eyed Flounder

Bothus podas

CommonFish
Illustration of Wide-eyed Flounder (Bothus podas)

The Wide-eyed Flounder is a flatfish notable for its large eyes and ability to camouflage against the seabed. Its flattened body allows it to blend seamlessly with sandy substrates.

Habitat
Lives on sandy and muddy bottoms in shallow coastal waters.
Diet
Eats small fish and invertebrates.
How common
Common

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