Blackhand Sole
Solea turbynei
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 1–60 m
- Max size: 17 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A small sole of southern African coasts, it settles into estuaries and shallow sand banks where the young gather in numbers. Like other soles it lies flat against the bottom, both eyes on one side, waiting out the day half buried in sand.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Pleuronectiformes › Soleidae › Solea
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 305867.
FAQ
- How deep does the Blackhand Sole live?
- The Blackhand Sole (Solea turbynei) is typically found at 1–60 m.
- Is the Blackhand Sole dangerous to divers?
- The Blackhand Sole is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Blackhand Sole get?
- The Blackhand Sole grows to about 17 cm.