The Blackcheek tonguefish is a small, flatfish species found in coastal waters and estuaries. It has a distinctive dark patch on its cheek and a slender, elongated body. Typically measuring 4-6 inches and weighing up to 0.2 pounds, it feeds on small invertebrates. It exhibits a benthic lifestyle, often burying itself in sandy or muddy substrates. This summary is AI generated
Water type
IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
BiteGuide combines your real-time weather, water conditions, and target species to suggest lures and colors that'll work right now. Built on millions of real catches from the world's largest fishing community.



Find out what lures to use, download the Fishbrain app!



Blackcheek tonguefish
length · weight
Blackcheek tonguefish
length · weight
Blackcheek tonguefish
length · weight


Continue browsing catches and catch locations in the Fishbrain app
Scan the QR code to download the app!

Free trial available