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Diamond
Turbot
Hypsopsetta guttulata
Photos
copyright © 2007
Photos
copyright © 2007
Latin
"guttalata" means small spots. |
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| Common
Names: |
Diamond
turbot, turbot, diamond flounder, flounder |
| Identifying
Characteristics: |
Right-eyed
flat fish. Diamond shaped, yellowish patch on bottom
side. Top side is light green to green-brown to brown.
On the dark side, bright blue spots.
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| Range
and Locations: |
Pacific
species. From Northern California to Gulf of California.
From surf zone to 150 ft. Most common in shallower.
Found in bays, river mouths, surf, mud or sandy bottoms.
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| Stats: |
Max
sizes aprox. 18 inches in length to 4 lbs. in weight.
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| Market
Forms: |
Fresh.
Excellent food quality.
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| Closing
Remarks: |
Most
unique features are the bright blue spots.
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