Curlfin Sole
Pleuronichthys decurrens
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 8–533 m
- Max size: 37 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A right eyed sole of soft bottoms, this fish lies flat on the seabed and feeds on brittle stars and nudibranchs. It grows to around 37 centimetres and turns up mostly as an incidental catch with little draw for anglers.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Pleuronectiformes › Pleuronectidae › Pleuronichthys
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 282292.
FAQ
- How deep does the Curlfin Sole live?
- The Curlfin Sole (Pleuronichthys decurrens) is typically found at 8–533 m.
- Is the Curlfin Sole dangerous to divers?
- The Curlfin Sole is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Curlfin Sole get?
- The Curlfin Sole grows to about 37 cm.