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The Ocellated wedge sole (Dicologlossa hexophthalma) is a saltwater fish of the family Soleidae that grows up to 20 cm.
Eastern Atlantic along the coast of West Africa, over sandy and silty bottoms of shallow coastal water.
Description
The ocellated wedge sole is a small sole of the family Soleidae (true soles) reaching about 20 cm. The elongate-oval body has a rounded snout and both eyes on the right side; the small mouth is inferior. The brown upper side bears rows of dark, pale-edged eyespots (ocelli), from which the species takes its name and which aid camouflage. It lives on sand and mud bottoms of shallow coastal water along the West African coast, often half-buried. On the bottom it searches, mainly at night, for worms, small crustaceans and molluscs. With its fine flesh it is landed as bycatch and traded locally.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Ocellated wedge sole?
The Ocellated wedge sole has a flatfish-shaped body, is mainly brown and shows a spots pattern. Small, right-eyed sole with rows of dark, pale-rimmed eyespots (ocelli) across the brown upper side.
Where does the Ocellated wedge sole live?
The Ocellated wedge sole lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Eastern Atlantic along the coast of West Africa, over sandy and silty bottoms of shallow coastal water.
How big does the Ocellated wedge sole get?
The Ocellated wedge sole grows to a maximum of about 20 cm.
Is the Ocellated wedge sole dangerous to humans?
No, the Ocellated wedge sole is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Ocellated wedge sole edible?
Yes, the Ocellated wedge sole is commonly eaten.
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Same genus Dicologlossa
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