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The Sinerama tonguesole (Paraplagusia sinerama) is a saltwater fish of the family Cynoglossidae that grows up to 28 cm.
Description
The Sinerama tonguesole is a tonguesole (Cynoglossidae) from sand and mud bottoms of coastal and deeper water around Australia and the Indo-West Pacific. The species grows to about 20 cm and has a strongly flattened, tongue-shaped body with both small eyes on the left side, a hooked snout and confluent fins. As a bottom-dweller it lies half-buried and searches for small crustaceans, worms and bottom animals. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Sinerama tonguesole?
The Sinerama tonguesole has a flatfish-shaped body and is mainly brown.
Where does the Sinerama tonguesole live?
The Sinerama tonguesole lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Oceania: Australia, Papua New Guinea
How big does the Sinerama tonguesole get?
The Sinerama tonguesole grows to a maximum of about 28 cm.
Is the Sinerama tonguesole dangerous to humans?
No, the Sinerama tonguesole 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 Paraplagusia
More from the family Cynoglossidae
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