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How to catch Smooth flounder

Citharichthys stampflii

Stylized 2D illustration of Smooth flounder
freshwaterbrackishsaltwaterCyclopsettidae

The smooth flounder is a small, short-bodied flatfish found across freshwater, brackish, and saltwater environments. It feeds mainly on small fish and crustaceans. This species can reach up to about 18 centimeters in length.

Where they live

Lives in shallow to moderate depths up to 50 meters across African and Atlantic waters in freshwater, brackish, and saltwater habitats.

Typical size

Up to about 18 cm

What they eat

  • small fish
  • crustaceans

Best baits

  • small fish strips
  • shrimp

Best lures

  • small soft plastics
  • tiny jigs

How to fish for them

  • bottom fishing
  • light tackle angling

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