Eyed Flounder
| Name: | Eyed Flounder |
| Scientific Name: | Bothus ocellatus |
| Family: | Lefteye Flounders |
| Taxonomic: | Bothidae |
| ID Group: | Bottom Dwellers |
| Size: | 4 - 5.5 in. |
| Depth Range: | In shallow waters (0 – 15 ft.) |
| Sightings: | Seen sometimes |
This Flounder has an oval body with two dark spots next to each other near the base of its tail. Males have eyes set far apart, while females have eyes closer together. Its body color can shift between brown, tan, or gray, often showing pale-edged rosettes.
The Eyed Flounder rests on sandy bottoms, blending in with its surroundings and relying on its camouflage for protection. When it moves, it glides slowly and stays close to the seafloor. Males often keep a small territory with up to six females.