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Why are flounders flat?

Anonymous

∙ 14y ago

Updated: 10/9/2023

Flatfish, such as plaice, halibut and dab, live on the sea-bed. Their flattened shape allows them to glide along the bottom, and to lurk on the sea floor, lying in wait for animals to eat.

Wiki User

∙ 9y ago

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What are dabs and flounders?

Both are flat fishes. They are found on the ocean floor and their body helps them camouflage.

HOW FLOUNDERS PROTECT THEMSELVES?

Flounder are flat and can quickly cover themselves with silt/sand on the ocean floor for camouflage and hiding.

Can people eat flounders?

Yes, flounders are generally edible.

When was Andy Flounders born?

Andy Flounders was born in 1963.

Does a flounder lay eggs or live birth?

they lay eggs

Do flounders have scales?

yes a flounder is a teliost and has a backbone.

How tall is Rusty Flounders?

Rusty Flounders is 5' 10 1/2".

Are halibuts flounders tunas and trouts edible?

Yes halibuts, flounders, tunas, and trouts are all edible.

What is the average lifespan of flounders?

Life span for flounders are;Females live for 14 years.Males live for 12 years.

Where do winter flounders live?

Winter flounders can be found anywhere from the tip of pubnic, NS, to the bottom of marinaras trench.

What are flounders enemies?

sharks