The European plaice is a flatfish known for its distinctive orange spots and smooth, brownish-green body. It inhabits sandy and muddy seabeds in the northeastern Atlantic Ocean. Typically reaching lengths of 12-24 inches and weighing 2-7 pounds, it feeds on invertebrates like worms and crustaceans. The plaice is mostly nocturnal, burying itself in sediment during the day. This summary is AI generated
Water type
Common depth
IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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European plaice
length · weight
European plaice
length · weight


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