Where Does Summer Flounder Live?

Summer Flounder lives in specific habitats. Knowing where to look helps you find and identify it.

Where to find Summer Flounder

Water type

saltwater

Depth

Typically found in shallow coastal waters from 1 to 180 meters (3 to 600 feet), but can be found deeper. Juveniles inhabit estuaries and shallow bays, while adults move to deeper offshore waters in winter.

Environment

Demersal, inhabiting sandy or muddy bottoms, often near structures like reefs, wrecks, or channels. They prefer areas with soft substrate for burrowing and camouflage.

Geographic range

Western Atlantic Ocean, from Nova Scotia, Canada, south to northeastern Florida, USA. Most abundant from Cape Cod, Massachusetts, to North Carolina.

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