About European Plaice
European plaice is a common flatfish in relatively shallow Icelandic waters.
Characteristics
- Common in Iceland
- Native species
- Commercial species
Habitat
Sandy and muddy seabeds in shallow waters.
Spawning and reproduction
Period
Late February–June; later off northern Iceland
Reproduction
Mainly at depths of about 50–100 m. Most spawning occurs in warmer waters south and southwest of Iceland, but spawning also occurs off the Westfjords and northern Iceland.
Distribution around Iceland
Occurs in shallow waters and on soft seabeds around Iceland.