Yellow-striped Flounder
NameYellow-striped Flounder
Scientific NamePseudopleuronectes herzensteini
Common NamesYellow-striped Flounder, Herzenstein's Flounder
FamilyPleuronectidae
OriginNorthwest Pacific Ocean, Japan, Korea, China, Russia
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)180
Max Size (Inches)18
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)40-59
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesLarge temperate gobies, Robust temperate wrasses, Other large non-aggressive temperate marine fish
Description
The Yellow-striped Flounder is a large, righteye flatfish native to the temperate waters of the Northwest Pacific. It is a benthic predator, camouflaging itself on the seabed to ambush small fish and invertebrates. This species requires a large, cool saltwater aquarium with a soft substrate for burrowing.
