The Elongate tonguesole (Symphurus elongatus) is a brackish-water fish of the family Cynoglossidae that grows up to 24 cm.
Description
The Elongate tonguesole is a tonguesole (Cynoglossidae) from sand and mud bottoms of the eastern Pacific. The species grows to about 10 cm and has a strongly flattened, tongue-shaped body with both eyes on the left side, a down-curved mouth and a finely mottled, brown upper side for camouflage. As a bottom-bound fish it lies half-buried and searches for small worms, crustaceans and molluscs. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Elongate tonguesole?
The Elongate tonguesole has a flatfish-shaped body, is mainly brown and shows a spots pattern.
Where does the Elongate tonguesole live?
The Elongate tonguesole lives in brackish water and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom.
How big does the Elongate tonguesole get?
The Elongate tonguesole grows to a maximum of about 24 cm. On average the species is around 14 cm.
Is the Elongate tonguesole dangerous to humans?
No, the Elongate tonguesole is harmless to humans.
Is the Elongate tonguesole edible?
The Elongate tonguesole is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Symphurus
More from the family Cynoglossidae
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