Tongue sole
📖 Overview
Tongue sole (Cynoglossus semilaevis) is a ray-finned fish of the family Cynoglossidae. It inhabits diadromous, migrating between freshwater and the sea waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 61.1 cm. With a trophic level of 3.7, it is a mid-level predator. It is assessed as Data Deficient on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Tongue sole is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Tongue sole is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; freshwater; brackish; demersal. Subtropical East China Sea (Ref.
🌿 Ecology
benthic crustaceans and fish (Ref
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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