Species in the family Pleuronectidae Results 1 - 2
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European plaice (Pleuronectes platessa)
The plaice is Europe's most important commercial flatfish. Adults have a roughly diamond-shaped outline, and are readily identifie...  More
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Atlantic halibut (Hippoglossus hippoglossus)
A highly sought after food fish, the Atlantic halibut is the largest flatfish in the world. Flatfish exhibit a unique and distinct...  More

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