Dover sole

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Dover sole (Solea solea)

Illustration comparing the body shape and sexual dimorphism of the Dover or common sole (Solea solea) and dusky flounder (Syacium papillosum), showing both female and male dusky flounder with subtle differences in size and coloration.

Dover sole

fish

Also known as: Solea solea, common sole

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The well-known Dover sole (Solea solea) of Europe is a commercially valuable food fish. The Dover sole reaches a length of about 50 cm (20 inches) and is brown in colour, with darker blotches and a black spot on each pectoral fin. It is found from estuaries…
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The well-known Dover sole (Solea solea) of Europe is a commercially valuable food fish. The Dover sole reaches a length of about 50 cm (20 inches) and is brown in colour, with darker blotches and a black spot on each pectoral fin. It is found from estuaries…
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