Three-Lined Tongue Sole
Cynoglossus abbreviatus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 20–85 m
- Max size: 37.9 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: DD
This flatfish lies on muddy and sandy shelf bottoms with both eyes on one side of its head, blending into the sediment. It feeds mainly on small bottom living invertebrates in shallow and semi enclosed seas. So little is known of its numbers that it is rated data deficient.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Pleuronectiformes › Cynoglossidae › Cynoglossus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 274192.
FAQ
- How deep does the Three-Lined Tongue Sole live?
- The Three-Lined Tongue Sole (Cynoglossus abbreviatus) is typically found at 20–85 m.
- Is the Three-Lined Tongue Sole dangerous to divers?
- The Three-Lined Tongue Sole is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Three-Lined Tongue Sole get?
- The Three-Lined Tongue Sole grows to about 37.9 cm.