Species guide
How to catch Fringed flounder
Etropus crossotus
brackishsaltwaterCyclopsettidae
The fringed flounder is a small flatfish found in shallow coastal waters. It has a unique body shape suited for life near the sea floor. It is not typically targeted as a game fish due to its modest size.
Where they live
Found in brackish and saltwater regions of North America, including the Atlantic, Pacific, Caribbean, and Gulf of Mexico. Inhabits waters from the surface down to 100 meters.
Typical size
Up to about 22 cm
What they eat
- small crustaceans
- amphipods
- shrimp
- mud-dwelling invertebrates
Best baits
- small shrimp
- mud shrimp
- minnows
- worms
Best lures
- small jigs
- soft plastic grub
- minnow-imitating plugs
- small spoons
How to fish for them
- bottom fishing
- slow jigging near the substrate
- using bait on the bottom
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