FLOUNDER. 



Platessa Plana, 



ALSO known as " New York Flat-fish " 

 and " Massachusetts Flounder." Habi- 

 tat from Maine to Delaware. 



The color of Flounders is variable. 

 They occur in plenty in bays and es- 

 tuaries, and run up rivers as far as salt- 

 water extends. Are fond of soft, mud 

 bottoms. May be taken from June to 

 November, but are at their best during 

 autumn. 



Tackle same as for small Perch ; hooks, 

 Nos. 7, 8, and 9 ; bait with clam. 



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