Smallmouth Flounder
NameSmallmouth Flounder
Scientific NameEtropus microstomus
Common NamesSmallmouth Flounder
FamilyParalichthyidae
OriginWestern Atlantic Ocean, East Coast of North America
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietcarnivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)75
Max Size (Inches)7
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)60-75
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesLarger Gobies, Blennies, Dragonets, Other peaceful, non-aggressive marine fish too large to be considered prey
Description
The Smallmouth Flounder is a small, flat-bodied marine fish native to the Western Atlantic, known for its excellent camouflage. It is an ambush predator, feeding on small benthic invertebrates found in sandy or muddy substrates. While peaceful towards larger fish, it requires a specialized saltwater aquarium setup with a soft substrate to thrive.
