Senegalese Sole
Solea senegalensis
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 12–100 m
- Max size: 60 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: DD
An oval, right eyed sole of the eastern Atlantic, it lies camouflaged on soft bottoms from shallow coastal water down to around 100 metres. A dark patch on the eyed side pectoral fin tells it apart from the common sole, and it grows to about 60 centimetres.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Pleuronectiformes › Soleidae › Solea
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 127159.
FAQ
- How deep does the Senegalese Sole live?
- The Senegalese Sole (Solea senegalensis) is typically found at 12–100 m.
- Is the Senegalese Sole dangerous to divers?
- The Senegalese Sole is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Senegalese Sole get?
- The Senegalese Sole grows to about 60 cm.