Bottom Fish ✧ [ SAFE ]
Many possess "inferior" mouths that point downward to feed on prey or detritus below them. Common Species & Groups
Halibut, flounder, sole, and dabs. Halibut are the largest, sometimes called "barn doors" when they reach several hundred pounds. Roundfish: Cod, haddock, pollock, and hake. bottom fish
Most bottom fish share specific physical adaptations to their low-level environment: Many possess "inferior" mouths that point downward to
Bottom fish, technically known as or groundfish, are species that live and feed on or near the seabed. These fish inhabit environments ranging from shallow coastal bays to the deep continental slope. Key Characteristics & Anatomy and dabs. Halibut are the largest
The marine waters of regions like Washington State host over 90 species of bottomfish. Major categories include: