Aesop sole
Soleichthys heterorhinos
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Aesop sole (Soleichthys heterorhinos) is a marine fish of the family Soleidae (True Soles), in the order Pleuronectiformes. Maximum recorded length is 18 cm. Its recorded depth range is 0–10 m. Recorded habitats include coral reefs, estuaries.
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The Aesop sole (Soleichthys heterorhinos) is a saltwater flatfish found in Indo-Pacific waters, reaching up to 18 cm in length. It inhabits sandy and muddy substrates in tropical and subtropical shallow seas.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 18.0 cm |
| Depth Range | 0-10m |
Habitat & Distribution
Coral reefs, estuaries
Taxonomy
| Order | Pleuronectiformes (Flatfishes) |
| Family | Soleidae (True Soles) |
| Species | Soleichthys heterorhinos |
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