Fin's Fish Guide
The Deepwater dab (Poecilopsetta beanii) is a saltwater fish of the family Poecilopsettidae that grows up to 11 cm.
Description
The deepwater flounder is a righteye flatfish (Poecilopsettidae) from the western Atlantic Ocean. The species has an oval, flattened body with both eyes on the right side and a sand-coloured upper side with fine spots. It lives on soft bottoms of the outer edge of the continental shelf and the slope, in deep water. On the bottom it feeds on small crustaceans, worms and other invertebrates. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Deepwater dab?
The Deepwater dab has a flattened, disc-shaped body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a spots pattern. Right-eyed deep-water flatfish with a finely blotched upper side; inhabits shelf and slope.
Where does the Deepwater dab live?
The Deepwater dab lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Western Atlantic; soft bottoms of the shelf and slope.
How big does the Deepwater dab get?
The Deepwater dab grows to a maximum of about 11 cm.
Is the Deepwater dab dangerous to humans?
No, the Deepwater dab is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Deepwater dab edible?
The Deepwater dab is not usually eaten.
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