Freshwater Sole
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NameFreshwater Sole
Scientific NameBrachirus panoides
Common NamesFreshwater Sole, Dog Tongue Fish, Buffalo Tongue Fish, Leaffish
FamilySoleidae
OriginSoutheast Asia, Mekong Basin, Thailand, Laos, Cambodia, Vietnam
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)75
Max Size (Inches)12
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)75-82
pH Range6.5-7.5
Compatible SpeciesLarger Tetras, Rasboras, Gouramis, Peaceful Catfish, Dwarf Cichlids
Description
The Freshwater Sole is a unique flatfish native to Southeast Asia, characterized by its oval, flattened body and excellent camouflage. This bottom-dwelling species spends much of its time buried in soft substrate, making it a fascinating and unusual addition to a specialized freshwater aquarium.
