California halibut
California Halibut
The California Halibut (Paralichthys californicus) is a large species of flatfish found in the Pacific Ocean. It is a popular game fish and is also commercially important.
Pronunciation
California Halibut: /ˌkælɪˈfɔːrnjə ˈhælɪbʌt/
Etymology
The term "California Halibut" is derived from the state of California, where the species is commonly found, and the Old English word "halybutte", meaning "holy flatfish", as it was often eaten on holy days.
Description
The California Halibut is a large, flat fish with a diamond-shaped body. It has two eyes on the right side of its body, and its color can vary from a light to dark brown, depending on its habitat. The underside of the fish is white.
Habitat
The California Halibut is found in the Pacific Ocean, particularly along the coast of California and Baja California. It prefers sandy or muddy bottoms and is often found in bays and estuaries.
Diet
The diet of the California Halibut primarily consists of small fish and invertebrates. It is an ambush predator, lying in wait on the ocean floor for prey to pass by.
Related Terms
- Flatfish: A group of fish characterized by their flat bodies and both eyes on one side of the head.
- Pacific Ocean: The largest and deepest of the world's five oceanic divisions.
- Baja California: A Mexican state on the Baja California Peninsula, bordering the Pacific Ocean.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on California halibut
- Wikipedia's article - California halibut
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