Spotfin Flounder
NameSpotfin Flounder
Scientific NameBothus ocellatus
Common NamesSpotfin Flounder, Eyed Flounder
FamilyBothidae
OriginWestern Atlantic Ocean, Caribbean Sea, Gulf of Mexico
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)75
Max Size (Inches)7
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesLarger gobies, Blennies, Peaceful wrasses, Other non-aggressive bottom dwellers
Description
The Spotfin Flounder is a master of camouflage, a flatfish native to the sandy and muddy bottoms of the Western Atlantic. It buries itself in the substrate, ambushing small fish and crustaceans. Its ability to rapidly change color helps it blend seamlessly with its surroundings.
