Sole
Achiroides leucorhynchos
- Group: Other
- Max size: 8 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A small sole of flowing bottom water that also enters the brackish lower courses of rivers, feeding on benthic invertebrates. It lies flat with both eyes on one side and turns up in mixed catches sold fresh.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Pleuronectiformes › Soleidae › Achiroides
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 279488.
FAQ
- Is the Sole dangerous to divers?
- The Sole is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Sole get?
- The Sole grows to about 8 cm.