Fishing for Turbot

Scophthalmus maximus

The turbot is a large, flatfish found in the northeastern Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea. It has an asymmetrical, diamond-shaped body with a sandy brown coloration. Turbots primarily feed on small fish and invertebrates. They can reach up to 30 inches and weigh around 25 pounds. Known for their camouflage abilities, they often bury themselves in sandy seabeds. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater / Mixed

Common depth

1 ft - 2 ft

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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