Petrale Sole
Eopsetta jordani
Also known as: Petrale; Brill; Round-Nosed Sole
Size & Weight
Average Length
16.8"
Max Length
28.0"
Average Weight
1.5 lbs
Max Weight
8.0 lbs
Lifespan
35 years
Habitat
Depth Range
60 - 1500 ft
Water Temp
45-52°F
Sandy/muddy bottoms; outer continental shelf; migrate seasonally
Behavior
Spawning Season
Winter-spring
Migration: Move shallow in summer; deep in winter for spawning
Diet: Shrimp; worms; small fish; euphausiids
Fishing Tips
PNW Season
Year-round when open
Techniques: Bottom fishing; trawling
Best Bait: Shrimp; cut bait; worms
Eating Quality
Edibility
Excellent
Sweet; delicate; highly regarded commercially
State Records
Washington
7.57
lbs
Fun Facts
Premium eating; commercial importance; migrate to deep water to spawn
How to Identify
Large eyes; found left-eyed; sandy-brown coloration; found deeper than most sole; commercial importance
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Official Resources
Sources: WDFW; ODFW; CDFW; NOAA
Change History (Last updated Feb 02, 2026 at 10:33 AM)
| Date | Change | Old Value | New Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 02, 2026 10:33 AM | Updated Avg Length | — | 16.8 |