Atlantic Halibut The Atlantic Halibut is a large flatfish in Faxaflói Bay, prized for its size and value in commercial fisheries. Image Key Facts Scientific Name Hippoglossus hippoglossus Family Pleuronectidae IUCN Status Near Threatened Length 30-150 cm Weight 10-15 kg for males but females can reach up to 250 kg Depth Range 50-2000m Diet Cod, Haddock, Lumpfish, Capelin, Sandeel, Crustaceans Lifespan 25-30 years Predators Seal, Small whales
