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Illustration of a halibut (Hippoglossus hippoglossus), a large flatfish with both eyes on one side of its brown, oval-shaped body and a broad tail fin.
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Atlantic halibut

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Also known as: Hippoglossus hippoglossus
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Illustration of a halibut (Hippoglossus hippoglossus), a large flatfish with both eyes on one side of its brown, oval-shaped body and a broad tail fin.
Atlantic halibut Atlantic halibut (Hippoglossus hippoglossus).

The Atlantic halibut (Hippoglossus hippoglossus) is a large, economically valuable flatfish found in the North Atlantic. It is the largest flatfish species, with some individuals reaching up to 4.7 meters (15.4 feet) in length and weighing 320 kg (705 pounds). This fish typically has its eyes and coloration on its right side, which faces upward. The Atlantic halibut is brown, blackish, or deep green on its eyed side and white on its blind side. Due to overfishing, it has become scarce in many areas and is considered an endangered species.12

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