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The Ocellated turbot (Pleuronichthys ocellatus) is a saltwater fish of the family Pleuronectidae that grows up to 24 cm.
Description
The ocellated flounder is a flatfish (Pleuronectidae) from the northwestern Pacific. As a flatfish it lies on its left side on the bottom, with both eyes on the upward-facing right flank; its upper side is brown with dark eyespots for camouflage. It lives bottom-bound on soft bottoms of coastal waters. As a bottom hunter it feeds on small bottom invertebrates such as worms, molluscs and crustaceans. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Ocellated turbot?
The Ocellated turbot has a flattened, disc-shaped body, is mainly brown and shows a spots pattern. Right-sided flatfish with dark eyespots as camouflage; bottom hunter of coastal waters.
Where does the Ocellated turbot live?
The Ocellated turbot lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Northwest Pacific; soft bottoms of coastal waters.
How big does the Ocellated turbot get?
The Ocellated turbot grows to a maximum of about 24 cm.
Is the Ocellated turbot dangerous to humans?
No, the Ocellated turbot is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Ocellated turbot edible?
Yes, the Ocellated turbot is commonly eaten.
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Same genus Pleuronichthys
More from the family Pleuronectidae
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