California Halibut
NameCalifornia Halibut
Scientific NameParalichthys californicus
Common NamesCalifornia Halibut, California Flounder
FamilyParalichthyidae
OriginEastern Pacific Ocean, North America, California, Baja California
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)2000
Max Size (Inches)60
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)50-70
pH Range7.8-8.4
Description
The California Halibut is a large, predatory flatfish native to the Eastern Pacific Ocean. It is known for its excellent camouflage, burying itself in sandy or muddy bottoms to ambush prey. Due to its immense size and specialized needs, it is not suitable for typical home aquariums and is primarily found in public aquariums or its natural habitat.
