Cynoglossidae (Tonguefishes), subfamily: Cynoglossinae |
20 cm TL (male/unsexed) |
demersal; brackish; marine |
Western Indian Ocean: Kenya to Natal, South Africa. Also Zanzibar and Madagascar (Ref. 6806). |
Dorsal spines (total): 0-0; Dorsal soft rays (total): 98-105; Anal spines: 0-0; Anal soft rays: 78-84. Upper side of body and fins pale brownish with dark spots and blotches; 2 lateral lines on eyed side, none on blind side (Ref. 4418). |
Enters brackish waters (Ref. 6805). Feeds on small invertebrates (Ref. 5213). |
Data deficient (DD); Date assessed: 15 August 2019 Ref. (130435)
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harmless |
Also Ref. 13333. |
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