The English sole is a flatfish found along the Pacific coast of North America. It features an oval, flattened body with a brownish coloration. Typically measuring 12-24 inches and weighing up to 3 pounds, it inhabits sandy or muddy sea floors. This bottom-dweller feeds on invertebrates and small fish, exhibiting a calm, slow-moving behavior. This summary is AI generated
Water type
Common depth
IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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English sole
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