Bastard sole
Microchirus azevia
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Saltwater
Overview
Bastard sole (Microchirus azevia) is a marine fish of the family Soleidae (True Soles), in the order Pleuronectiformes. Maximum recorded length is 40 cm. Its recorded depth range is 20–250 m. Recorded habitats include neritic.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 40,0 cm |
| Tiefenbereich | 20-250m |
Habitat & Distribution
Neritic
Wassertyp
Saltwater
Tiefenbereich
20-250m
Taxonomy
| Ordnung | Pleuronectiformes (Flatfishes) |
| Familie | Soleidae (True Soles) |
| Arten | Microchirus azevia |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
How big does Bastard sole get?
Bastard sole can grow up to 40.0 cm long.
Where is Bastard sole found?
Neritic
What family does Bastard sole belong to?
Bastard sole (Microchirus azevia) belongs to the family Soleidae (True Soles) in the order Pleuronectiformes (Flatfishes).
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