About American Plaice
American plaice is a cold-water flatfish commonly found in Icelandic waters.
Characteristics
- Common in Iceland
- Native species
- Commercial species
Habitat
Demersal habitats on the continental shelf.
Spawning and reproduction
Reproduction
Spawns at sea and releases pelagic eggs that develop in the water column.Distribution around Iceland
Occurs in benthic habitats around Iceland.