The southern flounder, Paralichthys lethostigma, is the largest of more than 25 species of flatfishes found in Texas coastal waters. It is highly prized as both food and a recreationally …

Southern flounder blend right in when they lie flat on the mud bottom of coastal bays. These flatfish change the color of their upper side to match the color of the mud so the crabs and …

Recent declines in populations of southern flounder (Paralichthys lethostigma), a popular sportfish in Texas and along the Gulf coast, have prompted increasingly stringent management …

Apr 1, 2016 · Southern flounder are an important species of flatfish on the Texas coast and have many distinctive life history traits. Harvest regulations have been adjusted over the last 3 …

Jul 16, 2018 · Over the last 25 years, Southern flounder populations have steadily declined, leading to various fisheries implementation measures enacted by the Texas Parks and Wildlife …

Dec 1, 2019 · The southern flounder Stocking Program was initiated by TPWD in 2006 with ongoing efforts since 2009. The primary goal of the program is to develop techniques to …

The Southern Flounder is widespread along the Atlantic and Gulf coasts from North Carolina to northern Mexico. This predominantly marine species also enters freshwater streams and …

Paralichthys lethostigma, the southern flounder, is a species of large-tooth flounder native to the East Coast of the United States and the northern Gulf of Mexico. It is a popular sport fish and …

Sep 1, 2024 · Flounder Bag & Length Limits Valid Sep. 1, 2024 through Aug. 31, 2025. All species, their hybrids and subspecies Daily Bag: 5 Min Length: 15 inches Max Length: ...

The southern flounder is the largest flounder in the Gulf of Mexico and can be found from North Carolina to Mexico partly because they can tolerate a wide range of temperatures and …