Turbot
Turbot
Turbot (Psetta maxima) (/ˈtɜːrbət/ TUR-bət) is a species of flatfish primarily residing in the North Atlantic. The name "turbot" is derived from the Old French word "tourbout", which is thought to be a derivative of the Latin "turbo", meaning a spinning top, in reference to its shape.
Description
The turbot is a large, left-eyed flatfish known for its diamond shape and large size. It has a bumpy, asymmetrical body with a white underbelly and a darker top side. The turbot's skin is rough and scaleless, but covered in numerous small, bony tubercles.
Habitat and Distribution
Turbot are demersal fish that prefer sandy or muddy seabeds, usually at depths between 20 and 70 meters. They are native to marine or brackish waters of the Northeast Atlantic, Baltic Sea, and Mediterranean Sea.
Diet
The diet of the turbot consists mainly of other fish, which it ambushes from a sandy seabed, as well as crustaceans and bivalves.
Commercial Value
Turbot is highly prized as a food fish for its delicate flavor, and is also farmed. It is often considered a luxury species and commands high prices in markets.
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External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Turbot
- Wikipedia's article - Turbot
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