Three-ring Flounder
NameThree-ring Flounder
Scientific NameEngyprosopon grandisquama
Common NamesThree-ring Flounder, Large-scaled Flounder, Large-scale Flounder
FamilyBothidae
OriginIndo-Pacific, Red Sea, Japan, Australia, Hawaii
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)75
Max Size (Inches)7
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-79
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesLarger gobies, Blennies, Peaceful wrasses, Non-aggressive tangs, Other peaceful fish too large to be eaten
Description
The Three-ring Flounder is a fascinating marine flatfish known for its excellent camouflage and three distinct dark ocelli on its body. It is a benthic predator that buries itself in sandy substrates, waiting to ambush small invertebrates and fish. This species requires a mature saltwater aquarium with a deep sand bed.
