Bottom Fish Direct

Bottom fish, technically known as or groundfish, are species that live and feed on or near the seabed. These fish inhabit environments ranging from shallow coastal bays to the deep continental slope. Key Characteristics & Anatomy

Strictly benthic fish (those that rest directly on the floor) are often denser than water with negative buoyancy. Benthopelagic fish can float just above the floor with neutral buoyancy. bottom fish

The marine waters of regions like Washington State host over 90 species of bottomfish. Major categories include: Bottom fish, technically known as or groundfish, are

Many possess "inferior" mouths that point downward to feed on prey or detritus below them. Common Species & Groups Benthopelagic fish can float just above the floor

Bottom fish are highly regarded in the culinary world for their versatile textures:

Halibut, flounder, sole, and dabs. Halibut are the largest, sometimes called "barn doors" when they reach several hundred pounds. Roundfish: Cod, haddock, pollock, and hake.

Includes a wide variety of rockfish, lingcod, sablefish (black cod), and cabezon.