Winter Flounder
Pseudopleuronectes americanus
FR Flet d'hiver · ES Platija de invierno · PT Solha-de-inverno
Also known as: BlackbackLemon SoleGeorges Bank FlounderPlatija de inviernoFlet d'hiverSolha-de-inverno
BenthicShoreBoat
Flatfish
Score
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Prime time
Cooler months, daylight
Depth
1–50m
Platform
Shore & boat
Season
JanMarJunSepDec
Peak Jan–AprGood May–Dec
Depth range
1–50mDeep
Best fishing techniques
Bottom fishing / ledgering60%
Preferred seabed
SandMud
Findr bio
Daylight bottom feeder late winter to spring. Bloodworms or clams — classics work...
How to catch
Favourite hangouts
EstuarySandy beach
Recommended baits
WormsShellfishPrawns
Diet
Polychaete wormsAmphipodsShrimpBivalvesCrab
Effective techniques
Bottom FishingJigging
Gear
Best times
DayDawnMid flood
I court in icy shallows — proof romance doesn’t need warmth.
Field notes
Where to find them
Sheltered bays, estuaries, channels, NE Atlantic
Where they hang out
Sheltered soft ground, shallow water
Prime time
Cooler months, daylight
Tide game
Moderate
What they're into
Small pieces of worm, clam, mussel
Temperature vibe
Cold-water species, prefers 4–10°C
Fave weather
Calm conditions best for light-rig presentation
Fun fact about me
I court in icy shallows — proof romance doesn’t need warmth.
Dinner material?
8/10Solid dinner choice
Play by the rules
Size/bag limits common — check state rulesState fisheries agency
Looking after them
Near Threatened