Herre's Sole
Aseraggodes herrei
- Group: Other
- Max size: 15 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: DD
A small sole that buries itself in sand or gravel in shallow water, it can change colour to vanish against the bottom. If disturbed it darts head first a foot or two away and dives straight back into the sediment. This species is rare and reaches about 15 centimetres.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Pleuronectiformes › Soleidae › Aseraggodes
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 279721.
FAQ
- Is the Herre's Sole dangerous to divers?
- The Herre's Sole is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Herre's Sole get?
- The Herre's Sole grows to about 15 cm.