Cynoglossus macrostomus Norman, 1928 Malabar tonguesole |
photo by
Randall, J.E. |
Family: | Cynoglossidae (Tonguefishes), subfamily: Cynoglossinae | |||
Max. size: | 30 cm TL (male/unsexed) | |||
Environment: | benthopelagic; brackish; marine, non-migratory | |||
Distribution: | Indian Ocean: restricted to the coast of India. | |||
Diagnosis: | ||||
Biology: | Inhabits shallow muddy and sandy bottoms of the continental self, down to 25 m. Also found in midwaters in certain seasons of the year. Enters estuaries (Ref. 4833). Feeds mainly on benthic invertebrates, especially worms. | |||
IUCN Red List Status: | Vulnerable (VU); Date assessed: 16 August 2019 (A2bd) Ref. (130435) | |||
Threat to humans: | harmless |