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starry flounder

Platichthys stellatus

Photo by Jeff Dreier
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46.9624, -123.832

Field Notes

Description:

Flatfish with distinct black and yellowish bars on dorsal and anal fins.

Habitat:

Estuarine, near mouth of Chehalis River. Substrate probably mud and sand.

Notes:

Several juveniles encountered during fish survey

Reference Links:

Marine Sportfish Identification: Flatfishes

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