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Common sole

Distribution : Mediterranean · Atlantic Ocean

A sandal gives a fish its name! In ancient Rome, the word solea referred to a light shoe. It also gave rise to the French name for the common sole. The Romans had noticed a resemblance between the fish and the sole of a sandal. That comparison has survived for centuries in the French language.

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Habitat of Common sole Habitat
Sand, Gravel, Detrital bottom
Depth range of Common sole Depth
10-200 m
Biological group of Common sole Group
Ecological role of Common sole Role
Predator

Average size

15 cm

WHAT DOES IT LOOK LIKE?

The Dover sole resembles a very flat oval, brown to grey and mottled. Both eyes are on the same side. A small dark patch marks the fin just behind the head.

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