True Sole
Heteromycteris proboscideus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 5–37 m
- Max size: 10 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: DD
A small sole that lies buried in sand and mud, it tolerates brackish water and has even turned up in nearly fresh water in Cameroon. Both eyes sit on its upper side, and it reaches about ten centimetres in water down to roughly thirty seven metres.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Pleuronectiformes › Soleidae › Heteromycteris
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 278106.
FAQ
- How deep does the True Sole live?
- The True Sole (Heteromycteris proboscideus) is typically found at 5–37 m.
- Is the True Sole dangerous to divers?
- The True Sole is harmless to divers.
- How big does the True Sole get?
- The True Sole grows to about 10 cm.