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Turbot
Scophthalmus maximus
Photo: Luc Viatour · CC BY-SA 3.0
The Turbot (Scophthalmus maximus) is a common target in breath-hold spearfishing. It usually frequents sandy bottoms and is found between 10 and 50 m, so it pays to adjust your search depth. It is usually solitary, which shapes how to approach it.
It takes some technique and knowing its behaviour. In Apnaut you have its minimum legal size across 1 different zones. Always check your area's current regulations before taking it.
Behaviour: usually solitary.
Minimum legal size by zone
| Zone | Minimum size |
|---|---|
| North-East Atlantic | 30 cm |
Where to catch it
Other names
Rodaballo (es) · Pregado (pt) · Turbot (fr) · Rombo chiodato (it) · Steinbutt (de) · Καλκάνι (el) · Oblić (hr) · Kalkan (tr)
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum legal size for Turbot?
It depends on the area. For example, North-East Atlantic: 30 cm. See the full size-by-zone table above.
At what depth is Turbot found?
Usually between 10 and 50 m, mostly over sandy bottoms.
Is it hard to spearfish on a single breath?
Its difficulty is “medium”. It is also usually solitary. In Apnaut you can log your catches and their size.
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