The greenland halibut belongs to the flatfish family and is a bottom dweller.

It is found at depths of between 600 and 1200 meters, but only where the ocean keeps a temperature of below 4°C. The greenland halibut can reach a weight of 45kg. The fishing for Greenland halibut is mainly carries out between June and August, but it is also available as by-catch the rest of the year. 

The flesh is firm and fatty, and therefore very well suited for baking and poaching.