Fishing for Witch flounder

Glyptocephalus cynoglossus

The witch flounder is a flatfish known for its oval, elongated body and smooth, brownish skin. It inhabits the sandy or muddy bottoms of the North Atlantic Ocean. Typically reaching up to 22 inches and weighing around 4 pounds, it feeds on small invertebrates. This solitary species is primarily nocturnal, often burying itself in sediment during the day. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater

IUCN Status

Not evaluated

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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13 in · 1 lb

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Witch flounder

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16 in · 1 lb

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Witch flounder

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17 in · 1 lb 2 oz

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Witch flounder

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15 in · 1 lb

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Witch flounder

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15 in · 1 lb

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Witch flounder

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17 in · 1 lb 1 oz

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Witch flounder

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14 in · 1 lb

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Witch flounder

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16 in · 1 lb

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Witch flounder

Sandeidfjorden

13 in · 7 oz

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Witch flounder

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15 in · 1 lb

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