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Plaice (Pleuronectes platessa)

Plaice (Pleuronectes platessa) – Schol Taxonomy: The Plaice belongs to the Pleuronectidae family, which includes various species of flatfish. Its scientific name is Pleuronectes platessa. Species: Common plaice is the most widely known species, recognizable by its flat body and orange-red spots. Reproduction: Spawning occurs from January to March in deeper waters. Females lay between…