Thickback Sole
Microchirus variegatus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 20–400 m
- Max size: 35 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A small flatfish of mud and sand bottoms, the thickback sole feeds on a wide range of bottom life, mostly crustaceans such as amphipods and shrimps along with worms and bivalves. It ranges from shallow water down to about 400 metres. It is taken as a food fish.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Pleuronectiformes › Soleidae › Microchirus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 274304.
FAQ
- How deep does the Thickback Sole live?
- The Thickback Sole (Microchirus variegatus) is typically found at 20–400 m.
- Is the Thickback Sole dangerous to divers?
- The Thickback Sole is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Thickback Sole get?
- The Thickback Sole grows to about 35 cm.