Diamond Turbot: Hypsopsetta guttulata

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Diamond Turbot
Hypsopsetta guttulata

From our Historical Fish Plate Archives:

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.

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.

Stats:

Max sizes aprox. 18 inches in length to 4 lbs. in weight.

Market Forms:

Fresh. Excellent food quality.

Closing Remarks:

Most unique features are the bright blue spots.

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