Estuary sole
📖 Overview
Estuary sole (Pardachirus poropterus) is a ray-finned fish of the family Soleidae. It inhabits freshwater waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 7 cm. It occurs at depths between 122 and 205 metres. With a trophic level of 3.3, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Data Deficient on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 0; Dorsal soft rays (total): 62 - 72; Anal spines: 0; Anal soft rays: 45 - 49. : short and / or deep.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Estuary sole is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Estuary sole is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Estuary sole is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; brackish; demersal; depth range 122 - 205 m . Tropical; 6°N - 19°S
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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