Understanding Platalea: The Genus of Flatfish

Platalea is a genus of flatfish that includes the following species:

* Platalea angusta (J. P. Müller & Troschel, 1843) (Atlantic dab)
* Platalea pinnata (Linné, 1758) (Common dab)
* Platalea plei (Bloch & Schneider, 1801) (Pleuronectes plei)

Platalea is a genus of flatfish that are found in the Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea. They are demersal fish, meaning they live on or near the bottom of the ocean, and are known for their distinctive flat body shape and small mouth.

The Atlantic dab (Platalea angusta) is found in the North Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea, while the common dab (Platalea pinnata) is found in the northeastern Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea. The Pleuronectes plei (Platalea plei) is found in the Pacific Ocean and the Indian Ocean.

All three species of Platalea are important commercial fish, with the common dab being one of the most widely caught species in the North Sea. They are also popular among recreational anglers, who target them using a variety of techniques such as bottom fishing and fly fishing.