Pleuronectes platessa
Flat-fishes
- European plaice
- Goldbutt
- Schol
- Carrelet;Plie
- Solla europea
- Passera
Distribution
- The temperate Atlantic
- The Mediterranean
Environment and movement of the diurnal species
- The species is generally observed in a sandy/silty area.
- The species is generally motionless in its environment
- The species is generally found on or close to the seafloor.
- The species can be found between 0 and 200 Meters.
- Very common species.
- Hides in the sand.
Environment and movement of the nocturnal species
- The species is generally observed in a sandy/silty area.
- The species is generally seen moving in its environment.
- The species is generally found on or close to the seafloor.
General behaviour of the species
- Species generally solitary
- Hides in the sand.
- The animal is rather indifferent to the diver, though it remains on its guard
General characteristics of the species
- Maximum size : 100 cm
- Maximum age known : 50 year(s)
- The animal is a hunter low in the food chain.
- Diet : Sea worms - Mollusks
- The animal changes colour like a chameleon
Relationship with humans
- The species is good to eat
- The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
- - Fishing or commercial aquiculture for food
- -Sport or local fishing
The species can be confused with other species of similar appearance!