Fishing for European plaice
Pleuronectes platessa
1K logged catches • 18K followers
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
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Water type
Saltwater / Mixed
Common depth
? - 656 ft
IUCN Status
Least concern
Threat to humans
Harmless
Source: Fishbase
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