The Dark thick-rayed sole (Aesopia cornuta) is a saltwater fish of the family Soleidae that grows up to 25 cm.
Description
The unicorn sole is a flatfish (sole) from the Indo-West Pacific. The species grows to about 25 cm and has an elongate, oval, strongly flattened body with conspicuous dark cross-bars and an extended front dorsal-fin ray that projects above the head like a little horn. As a bottom-dweller it lies half-buried in sand or mud by day to about 100 metres depth and hunts small benthic animals at night. It is a local food fish. The IUCN has not evaluated the species.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Dark thick-rayed sole?
The Dark thick-rayed sole has a flattened, disc-shaped body, is mainly brown and shows a vertical stripes pattern.
Where does the Dark thick-rayed sole live?
The Dark thick-rayed sole lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground.
How big does the Dark thick-rayed sole get?
The Dark thick-rayed sole grows to a maximum of about 25 cm.
Is the Dark thick-rayed sole dangerous to humans?
No, the Dark thick-rayed sole is harmless to humans.
Is the Dark thick-rayed sole edible?
The Dark thick-rayed sole is rarely eaten.
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