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The Blackhand sole (Pegusa nasuta) is a brackish-water fish of the family Soleidae that grows up to 22 cm.
Description
The blackhand sole is a sole-like flatfish (Soleidae) from coastal and brackish water of the eastern Atlantic and Mediterranean. The species grows to about 22 cm and has an oval, strongly flattened, brown body with both eyes on the right side and a black-blotched pectoral fin on the eyed side. As a bottom-dweller it lies half-buried on sand and mud bottoms and searches for small worms, crustaceans and molluscs. It is a food fish. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Blackhand sole?
The Blackhand sole has a flattened, disc-shaped body and is mainly brown.
Where does the Blackhand sole live?
The Blackhand sole lives in brackish water and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Europe: Albania, Algeria, France, Greece, Italy, Romania and others
How big does the Blackhand sole get?
The Blackhand sole grows to a maximum of about 22 cm.
Is the Blackhand sole dangerous to humans?
No, the Blackhand sole is harmless to humans. This species is harmless to humans. No specific first aid is needed. Still handle the fish with care: mind the fin rays and the sharp edges of the gill cover, and rinse any scratch with clean water and cover it. For a dirty or deep wound check tetanus status.
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Same genus Pegusa
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