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Several species of these small flatfish are found in local waters. Characterized by a rounded tail rather than the widely flared and forked tail of a halibut. Most kinds of sole are brown or mottled gray on the eyed side, white on blind side. Length of typical species rarely exceeds 30 inches (No trophy) Edibility "A" |
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Updated August 25, 2000
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Color on this flatfish is restricted to one
side, with both eyes on the right side of the head. Usually dark
brown or gray, marbled with paler shades, white on blind side,
Recognized by the slightly forked tail, sturdy body and large,
almost symmetrical mouth. filled with large teeth Length to 8
feet denotes a female, males rarely over 4.5 feet long. Average
mature weight: to several hundred pounds, (Trophy 110 Ibs minimum)
Edibility "A"
A large flatfish,
distinguished by the very large mouth extending behind the eyes,
arrow-shaped teeth, and the left eye on the upper margin of the
head. Brown to olive brown on eyed side, white on blind side.
Usual length to 3 feet. Meat usually becomes mushy when improperly
cooked. (No trophy) Edibility "B"