peacock flounder

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English[edit]

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Etymology[edit]

Its bright coloration is reminiscent of a peacock's feathers.

Noun[edit]

peacock flounder (plural peacock flounders)

  1. A flatfish of species Bothus mancus.
    Synonym: flowery flounder

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