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The Brown sole (Achirus klunzingeri) is a saltwater fish of the family Achiridae that grows up to 23 cm.
Description
The brown sole is a small flatfish from the eastern tropical Pacific, ranging from central Mexico to northern Peru. It grows to about 23 cm and has the typical strongly flattened, asymmetric body of a sole, with both eyes on the upper side and long dorsal and anal fins fringing the body. The fish lives on shallow sand and mud bottoms between about 14 and 40 metres depth and feeds as a bottom hunter on small invertebrates. The species is of minor commercial importance. The IUCN assesses it as Least Concern (LC).
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Brown sole?
The Brown sole has a flattened, disc-shaped body, is mainly brown and shows a marbled pattern. Asymmetrical flatfish with both eyes on the upper side
Where does the Brown sole live?
The Brown sole lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Eastern tropical Pacific
How big does the Brown sole get?
The Brown sole grows to a maximum of about 23 cm.
Is the Brown sole dangerous to humans?
No, the Brown 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.
Is the Brown sole edible?
The Brown sole is rarely eaten.
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Same genus Achirus
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