Smalltooth Flounder
NameSmalltooth Flounder
Scientific NameEtropus microstomus
Common NamesSmalltooth Flounder, Fringed Flounder
FamilyParalichthyidae
OriginWestern Atlantic Ocean, East Coast of North America, Gulf of Mexico
Temperamentcommunity
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)75
Max Size (Inches)7
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)65-75
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesPeaceful gobies, Blennies, Larger peaceful wrasses, Non-aggressive damselfish, Larger shrimp, Hermit crabs
Description
The Smalltooth Flounder is a small, left-eyed flatfish native to the Western Atlantic, known for its excellent camouflage. It typically buries itself in sandy or muddy substrates, blending seamlessly with its environment. This species is a benthic predator, primarily feeding on small invertebrates.
