Speckled Tongue Sole
Cynoglossus itinus
- Group: Other
- Max size: 14 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A flatfish of sand and silt in coastal seas, this tongue sole lies on the bottom with both eyes on one side of its head and rarely strays near reefs. It reaches about fourteen centimetres.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Pleuronectiformes › Cynoglossidae › Cynoglossus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 274204.
FAQ
- Is the Speckled Tongue Sole dangerous to divers?
- The Speckled Tongue Sole is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Speckled Tongue Sole get?
- The Speckled Tongue Sole grows to about 14 cm.