Trewavas' Tonguefish
Symphurus trewavasae
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 7–190 m
- Max size: 18.2 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A small tonguefish of soft bottoms, this flatfish lies buried with both eyes on one side of its body. Females mature at around seven to eight centimetres, and the species ranges from shallow water down to about 190 metres.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Pleuronectiformes › Cynoglossidae › Symphurus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 274277.
FAQ
- How deep does the Trewavas' Tonguefish live?
- The Trewavas' Tonguefish (Symphurus trewavasae) is typically found at 7–190 m.
- Is the Trewavas' Tonguefish dangerous to divers?
- The Trewavas' Tonguefish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Trewavas' Tonguefish get?
- The Trewavas' Tonguefish grows to about 18.2 cm.