Malabar Tonguesole
Cynoglossus macrostomus
- Group: Other
- Max size: 30 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: VU
A tonguesole of shallow muddy and sandy bottoms, this asymmetrical flatfish has both eyes on one side and ploughs the sediment for worms and other small invertebrates. It enters estuaries and at certain seasons even rises into midwater. The species is listed as Vulnerable.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Pleuronectiformes › Cynoglossidae › Cynoglossus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 274211.
FAQ
- Is the Malabar Tonguesole dangerous to divers?
- The Malabar Tonguesole is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Malabar Tonguesole get?
- The Malabar Tonguesole grows to about 30 cm.