Flounder

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Flounder and sole — Photo:Wikimedia Commons contributor, Public domain

Flounder and sole

Pleuronectidae

Typical size:25–45 cm, 0.3–1.5 kg

Small oval flatfish; starry flounder has black and orange bars on the fins
Rock sole: rough scales; sand sole: smooth

Looks like: A halibut under 60 cm looks similar but is diamond-shaped with a crescent tail.

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OK to keep

8/day; no minimum size

Must release

Fish under 25 cm have little meat

Best months

January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December

Fishing licences across Canada

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