Platichthys stellatus

Flat-fishes

  • Starry flounder
  • Sternflunder
  • Flet étoilé
  • Platija estrellado

Distribution

    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 375 Meters.
    • Common species.
    • Hides in the sand.

    General behaviour of the species

    • The species is migrating
    • Species generally solitary
    • Hides in the sand.
    • The animal is fearful of the diver

    General characteristics of the species

    • Maximum size : 90 cm
    • Maximum age known : 24 year(s)
    • The animal is a hunter low in the food chain.
    • Diet : -
    • 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