Southern sole
📖 Overview
Southern sole (Aseraggodes haackeanus), first described by Steindachner, 1883 is a small fish in the family Soleidae (order Pleuronectiformes). Adults typically reach 14.00 cm in maximum length. It inhabits marine coastal and open-ocean environments. Recorded depth range: 20 to 30 metres. It occurs in Subtropical waters. It feeds on a mix of small fish and invertebrates as a mid-level predator. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Least Concern.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 0; Dorsal soft rays (total): 59 - 68; Anal spines: 0; Anal soft rays: 44 - 50. Remarks: caudal fin rounded.: short and / or deep.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Southern sole is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range 20 - 30 m . Subtropical Indian Ocean: southern Australia.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Solea haackeana | Steindachner | 1883 | Synonym |
| Solea textilis | Ramsay & Ogilby | 1886 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .
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