Largetooth Flounder
NameLargetooth Flounder
Scientific NameParalichthys olivaceus
Common NamesOlive Flounder, Japanese Flounder, Bastard Halibut, Largetooth Flounder
FamilyParalichthyidae
OriginWestern Pacific Ocean, Coasts of Japan, Korea, China, Russia
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)500
Max Size (Inches)40
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)55-70
pH Range7.8-8.4
Compatible SpeciesLarge, robust marine predators (in very large tanks)
Description
The Largetooth Flounder is a large, predatory flatfish known for its excellent camouflage on sandy or muddy bottoms. This commercially important species from the Western Pacific is characterized by its broad, flattened body and eyes typically on the left side of its head. Due to its size and predatory nature, it is an expert-level, public aquarium species.
