Freshwater Sole (Brachirus harmandi)

Fish in the family Soleidae. Hard care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameBrachirus harmandi

FamilySoleidae

Also known asFreshwater Flatfish, Tongue Sole

Care levelHard

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentPeaceful

DietCarnivore

Adult size4 in

Minimum tank size30 gallons

Water parametersTemp 72-82°F, pH 7.0-8.0, GH 8-20 dGH

Appearance

Round, flattened sole with both eyes on one mottled brown topside; lies camouflaged on sand.

Difficulty and care for the Freshwater Sole

Hard

Origin and habitat

Southeast Asia (Mekong basin)

Keeper notes

Peaceful, cryptic bottom-dweller; eats small invertebrates. Easily outcompeted for food by active fish.

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