Turbot

Turbot is a species of flatfish primarily residing in the North Atlantic. It is a highly valued food fish, known for its delicate flavor and firm, white flesh.

Description

The turbot (Scophthalmus maximus) is a large left-eyed flatfish found in sandy, muddy, or mixed bottoms of the North Atlantic. It is a demersal fish, living close to the sea floor, and is known for its diamond shape and large size, reaching up to 1 meter in length and 25 kilograms in weight.

Distribution and habitat

Turbot are native to marine or brackish waters of the North Atlantic, including the Baltic Sea and the Mediterranean Sea. They prefer a habitat with a sandy or muddy seabed, where they can camouflage themselves to ambush prey.

Diet

Turbot are carnivorous, feeding on a diet of other fish and invertebrates. They are known to be aggressive hunters, using their flat bodies to hide in the sand and ambush their prey.

Commercial value

Turbot is highly valued as a food fish. Its flesh is firm and white with a delicate flavor, making it a popular choice in many cuisines. It is often farmed in aquaculture due to its high market value.

Conservation status

The conservation status of the turbot is currently listed as "Least Concern" by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN). However, due to its popularity as a food fish, it is subject to overfishing in some areas.

See also

• Flatfish
• Aquaculture
• International Union for Conservation of Nature

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