The Slender sole (Peltorhamphus tenuis) is a saltwater fish of the family Pleuronectidae that grows up to 16 cm.
Description
The slender sole is a flatfish (Pleuronectidae) from coastal waters around New Zealand. The species grows to about 16 cm and has an elongate-oval, strongly flattened, brown-speckled body with both eyes on the right side and a downturned snout. As a bottom-dweller it lies half-buried on sand and mud bottoms of shallow coastal water and snaps at small worms and crustaceans. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Slender sole?
The Slender sole has a flattened, disc-shaped body, is mainly brown and shows a spots pattern.
Where does the Slender sole live?
The Slender sole lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom.
How big does the Slender sole get?
The Slender sole grows to a maximum of about 16 cm.
Is the Slender sole dangerous to humans?
No, the Slender sole is harmless to humans.
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Same genus Peltorhamphus
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