Nigerian Tonguesole
Cynoglossus browni
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 15–40 m
- Max size: 40.2 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: DD
The Nigerian tonguesole lies on sand and mud bottoms in coastal water, a slim, asymmetric flatfish of about forty centimetres. It feeds on a wide range of bottom dwelling invertebrates.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Pleuronectiformes › Cynoglossidae › Cynoglossus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 127131.
FAQ
- How deep does the Nigerian Tonguesole live?
- The Nigerian Tonguesole (Cynoglossus browni) is typically found at 15–40 m.
- Is the Nigerian Tonguesole dangerous to divers?
- The Nigerian Tonguesole is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Nigerian Tonguesole get?
- The Nigerian Tonguesole grows to about 40.2 cm.