Dover Sole
Microstomus pacificus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 10–1370 m
- Max size: 76 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A deepwater flatfish of muddy bottoms, the Dover sole ranges down past 1,300 metres and moves deeper in winter. Caught in trawls, it pours out so much slime that it can coat other fish landed alongside it.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Pleuronectiformes › Pleuronectidae › Microstomus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 274294.
FAQ
- How deep does the Dover Sole live?
- The Dover Sole (Microstomus pacificus) is typically found at 10–1370 m.
- Is the Dover Sole dangerous to divers?
- The Dover Sole is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Dover Sole get?
- The Dover Sole grows to about 76 cm.