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The Fringed sole (Trinectes fimbriatus) is a saltwater fish of the family Achiridae that grows up to 14 cm.
Description
The fringed sole is an American sole (Achiridae) from the waters of the Americas. The species is a small flatfish with both eyes on the right side of the oval, strongly flattened body and a fine fringe of skin appendages along the edge. It lives bottom-bound on soft sand and mud bottoms of shallow coastal waters, half-buried and well camouflaged. Its biology is little known; it feeds on small bottom invertebrates. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Fringed sole?
The Fringed sole has a flattened, disc-shaped body, is mainly brown and shows a spots pattern. Right-eyed flatfish with a fine fringe along the body margin; half-buried bottom fish.
Where does the Fringed sole live?
The Fringed sole lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. the Americas; soft bottoms of shallow coastal waters.
How big does the Fringed sole get?
The Fringed sole grows to a maximum of about 14 cm.
Is the Fringed sole dangerous to humans?
No, the Fringed sole is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Fringed sole edible?
The Fringed sole is rarely eaten.
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Same genus Trinectes
More from the family Achiridae
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