California Tonguefish
Symphurus atricauda
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 2–201 m
- Max size: 21 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A tonguefish of mud and sandy mud bottoms, it lies flat with both eyes on the left side and feeds on small fishes and invertebrates. It reaches around 21 centimetres and ranges down past 200 metres off the United States Pacific coast.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Pleuronectiformes › Cynoglossidae › Symphurus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 305635.
FAQ
- How deep does the California Tonguefish live?
- The California Tonguefish (Symphurus atricauda) is typically found at 2–201 m.
- Is the California Tonguefish dangerous to divers?
- The California Tonguefish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the California Tonguefish get?
- The California Tonguefish grows to about 21 cm.