Fishing for Alaska plaice

Pleuronectes quadrituberculatus

The Alaska plaice is a flatfish found in the North Pacific, particularly in sandy or muddy sea floors. It has a distinctive oval shape with both eyes on one side of its body. Typically reaching up to 24 inches and weighing around 3 pounds, it feeds on benthic invertebrates. This species is known for its demersal lifestyle and camouflaging abilities. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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