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Olive flounder

Paralichthys olivaceus · 牙鲆

Field marks

Both eyes on the left side of the head; large mouth with sharp teeth

Size
Body length up to 80 cm
Habitat
Coastal sand and mud bottoms
Distribution
Chinese coast, Korean Peninsula and Japan
Diet
Carnivorous
Counted in
individuals
Notes
A major farmed fish in the north

Profile compiled from common references; awaiting expert review.

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