New Zealand Gray Sole
Peltorhamphus kryptostomus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 2–40 m
- Max size: 14.5 cm
- For divers: safe
This New Zealand flatfish keeps to the shallows, with most caught between 11 and 20 metres over the sandy bottom. Like other soles it lies flat with both eyes on one side, growing to around 15 centimetres, and very little of its life beyond depth has been recorded.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Pleuronectiformes › Pleuronectidae › Peltorhamphus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 1536401.
FAQ
- How deep does the New Zealand Gray Sole live?
- The New Zealand Gray Sole (Peltorhamphus kryptostomus) is typically found at 2–40 m.
- Is the New Zealand Gray Sole dangerous to divers?
- The New Zealand Gray Sole is harmless to divers.
- How big does the New Zealand Gray Sole get?
- The New Zealand Gray Sole grows to about 14.5 cm.