Did You Know?
Flounders can grow very big!
Where They Live
Flounders live at the sea floor.
What They Eat
Flounders eat small fish and shrimp.
What flounders Does
Flounders swim flat on the ground.
They can hide from big fish.
They use their color to blend in.
Flounders can move fast when scared.
They have soft skin and a flat body.
Flounders are fun to watch in tanks.
More About flounders
Flounders have a flat shape. They start as small fish with one eye on each side. As they grow, one eye moves to the other side. This helps them swim flat on the sea floor.
Flounders are good for the ocean. They help keep the food chain in balance. People also catch them to eat. They can be found in many fish markets.
Some flounders can grow very big! The biggest flounder can weigh over 500 pounds. They are strong swimmers and can live for a long time.
