Lemon Sole
Microstomus kitt
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 10–200 m
- Max size: 65 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A right eyed flatfish of stony northern bottoms, the lemon sole feeds mainly on polychaete worms along with other small invertebrates, and seems to stop feeding through winter. It reaches about 65 centimetres and is a familiar food fish.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Pleuronectiformes › Pleuronectidae › Microstomus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 127140.
FAQ
- How deep does the Lemon Sole live?
- The Lemon Sole (Microstomus kitt) is typically found at 10–200 m.
- Is the Lemon Sole dangerous to divers?
- The Lemon Sole is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Lemon Sole get?
- The Lemon Sole grows to about 65 cm.