Thor's Scaldfish
Arnoglossus thori
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 15–300 m
- Max size: 18 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: DD
A small left eyed flatfish, Thor's scaldfish lies on the upper hundred metres or so of the continental shelf, though it has been taken both near the surface and down to three hundred metres. It ambushes small fish and invertebrates from the bottom. It grows to about eighteen centimetres.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Pleuronectiformes › Bothidae › Arnoglossus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 127128.
FAQ
- How deep does the Thor's Scaldfish live?
- The Thor's Scaldfish (Arnoglossus thori) is typically found at 15–300 m.
- Is the Thor's Scaldfish dangerous to divers?
- The Thor's Scaldfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Thor's Scaldfish get?
- The Thor's Scaldfish grows to about 18 cm.