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The common sole, scientifically named *Solea solea*, is a species of fish belonging to the family Soleidae. It is classified within the order Pleuronectiformes, class Teleostei, and phylum Chordata. The species was described by Linnaeus in 1758 and is accepted as a valid taxon. Other common names for this organism include Lengua, Lenguado Común, Lenguao, and Sole.
This fish inhabits marine and brackish environments. Its conservation status is listed as Data Deficient by the IUCN Red List, with a regional status of Near Threatened. The species is also categorized as a food item.
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Species
Data Deficientcommon sole
Species
- PhylumChordata
- ClassTeleostei
- OrderPleuronectiformes
- FamilySoleidae
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Encyclopedic overview
Common sole camouflaged in the sand. The common sole, Dover sole, or black sole (Solea solea) is a species of flatfish in the family Soleidae. It is one of the largest fish in the Solea genus. It lives on the sandy or muddy seabed of the northern Atlantic and the Mediterranean Sea where it often partially immerses itself in the substrate. The upper side is greyish-brown while the underside is white. It grows to a maximum length of about 70 cm (28 in). The species is prized as a food fish, being caught mostly by bottom trawling on the seabed. The name "Dover" comes from Dover, the English fishing port landing the most sole in the 19th century.
Description
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