Duskycheek Tonguefish
Symphurus plagusia
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–75 m
- Max size: 25 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
The duskycheek tonguefish is a small flatfish of shallow mud and sand, often found on banks near river mouths. It lies flat on the bottom feeding on annelids and small crustaceans, ranges down to about 75 metres, and grows to around 25 centimetres.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Pleuronectiformes › Cynoglossidae › Symphurus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 274269.
FAQ
- How deep does the Duskycheek Tonguefish live?
- The Duskycheek Tonguefish (Symphurus plagusia) is typically found at 0–75 m.
- Is the Duskycheek Tonguefish dangerous to divers?
- The Duskycheek Tonguefish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Duskycheek Tonguefish get?
- The Duskycheek Tonguefish grows to about 25 cm.