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Yellowtail Flounder

Limanda ferruginea

CommonFish
Illustration of Yellowtail Flounder (Limanda ferruginea)

The Yellowtail Flounder is a flatfish with a yellowish-brown color and distinctive yellow edges on its fins. This species is known for its ability to camouflage against the ocean floor.

Habitat
Found on sandy or muddy bottoms in the North Atlantic.
Diet
Primarily feeds on small fish and invertebrates.
How common
Common

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