Whitaker's Sole
Aseraggodes whitakeri
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–37 m
- Max size: 4 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
Whitaker's sole is known from a single specimen taken off a lagoon coral head in the Marshall Islands at six metres. This flat, bottom hugging fish measures only about four centimetres.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Pleuronectiformes › Soleidae › Aseraggodes
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 279745.
FAQ
- How deep does the Whitaker's Sole live?
- The Whitaker's Sole (Aseraggodes whitakeri) is typically found at 0–37 m.
- Is the Whitaker's Sole dangerous to divers?
- The Whitaker's Sole is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Whitaker's Sole get?
- The Whitaker's Sole grows to about 4 cm.