The Dover sole is a flatfish found along the Pacific coast. It has an elongated, oval body with a small mouth and both eyes on the right side. Typically reaching 20-28 inches and weighing up to 10 pounds, it inhabits sandy or muddy sea floors. Its diet consists of invertebrates and small fish. The Dover sole is nocturnal and burrows during the day. This summary is AI generated
Water type
Common depth
IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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Dover sole
length · weight
Dover sole
4 in · 6 oz


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