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The Whitespotted sole (Synaptura albomaculata) is a brackish-water fish of the family Soleidae that grows up to 30 cm.
Description
The whitespotted sole is a sole (Soleidae) from shallow coastal and estuarine water of West Africa in the eastern Atlantic. The species grows to about 30 cm and has a flattened, elongate-oval body with both eyes on the right side; the upper side is brown with scattered white spots, the underside white. As a nocturnal bottom-dweller it lies buried by day on sand and mud bottoms and searches by night for worms, small crustaceans and molluscs. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Whitespotted sole?
The Whitespotted sole has a flattened, disc-shaped body, is mainly brown and shows a spots pattern.
Where does the Whitespotted sole live?
The Whitespotted sole lives in brackish water and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Asia: Bangladesh, Myanmar, India
How big does the Whitespotted sole get?
The Whitespotted sole grows to a maximum of about 30 cm.
Is the Whitespotted sole dangerous to humans?
No, the Whitespotted 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.
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