Saltwater
Flounder
Paralichthys spp.
- Peak season
- Summer and early Fall
- Length range
- 25–80 cm
- Weight range
- 0.3–8 kg
- Typical depth
- 1–50 m
Habitat
Sandy and muddy bottoms in bays, estuaries, and nearshore waters. Lies flat on the seabed near structure.
Behavior
Ambush predator that lies camouflaged on the bottom. Strikes at baitfish, squid strips, and bucktails drifted past.
Best techniques
- Bucktail jig with Gulp strip
- Drifting with live minnow
- Carolina rig with cut bait
- Slow trolling
