The Mail on Sunday

IT’S THE CATCH OF THE DAY...

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GURNARD

Three types found in UK waters – red, grey and yellow. Prehistori­c-looking fish with lean, white flesh. Has six leg-like feelers and plate-like scales that look like armour. Grows up to 16in. Often used in soups.

WEEVER

Two types found here – lesser and greater. The greater, also known as viper fish, is mainly sold to eat. An ugly, drab fish with upturned mouth and eyes at the top of its head. Grows up to 14in and has venomous dorsal fin spines. Tastes like sole and can be fried in butter.

WHIFF

Also known as megrim, fluke or Cornish sole. From the same family as turbot, grows up to 24in. Has a large head and mouth on oval body. Meat is tender and flesh slightly oily. Popular in Spain where it is called gallo, meaning rooster.

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