The Lee's tonguefish (Symphurus leei) is a fish of the family Cynoglossidae that grows up to 10 cm.
Description
Lee's tonguefish is a tonguefish (Cynoglossidae) from coastal and estuarine water of the western Pacific. The species grows to about 10 cm and has a flattened, elongate, leaf-shaped body tapering to a point at the rear, with both eyes on the left side and a down-curved snout. As a bottom-dweller it lies buried on sand and mud bottoms and snaps at small worms and crustaceans. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Lee's tonguefish?
The Lee's tonguefish is mainly brown.
Where does the Lee's tonguefish live?
The Lee's tonguefish is mostly found around sand or mud bottom.
How big does the Lee's tonguefish get?
The Lee's tonguefish grows to a maximum of about 10 cm.
Is the Lee's tonguefish dangerous to humans?
No, the Lee's tonguefish is harmless to humans.
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Same genus Symphurus
More from the family Cynoglossidae
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