The Kitahara's flounder (Laeops kitaharae) is a saltwater fish of the family Bothidae that grows up to 20 cm.
Description
Kitahara's flounder is a left-eyed flatfish (Bothidae) from sand and mud bottoms of the northwest Pacific. The species grows to about 15 cm and has a strongly flattened, elongate, oval body with both eyes on the left side and a sandy upper side for camouflage. As a bottom-bound fish it lies half-buried on deeper soft sediment and snaps at small worms, crustaceans and small fish. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Kitahara's flounder?
The Kitahara's flounder has a flatfish-shaped body and is mainly brown.
Where does the Kitahara's flounder live?
The Kitahara's flounder lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom.
How big does the Kitahara's flounder get?
The Kitahara's flounder grows to a maximum of about 20 cm.
Is the Kitahara's flounder dangerous to humans?
No, the Kitahara's flounder is harmless to humans.
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