Butter sole

Butter Sole

Butter Sole (Isopsetta isolepis), pronounced as /ˈbʌtər soʊl/, is a species of flatfish in the family Pleuronectidae. It is native to the northern Pacific Ocean, specifically the coastal waters of North America.

Etymology

The term "Butter Sole" is derived from the fish's buttery texture when cooked. The scientific name Isopsetta isolepis is derived from the Greek words "isos" (equal), "psetta" (fin), and "lepis" (scale), referring to the fish's equal fins and scaled body.

Description

The Butter Sole is a flatfish, meaning it has a flattened body and swims on its side. The eyes are located on the right side of the body. The fish is typically brownish in color, with a white underside. It can reach up to 50 cm in length and weigh up to 2 kg.

Habitat and Distribution

The Butter Sole is found in the northern Pacific Ocean, from the Bering Sea and Aleutian Islands to Baja California in Mexico. It inhabits sandy or muddy bottoms, usually at depths of 18 to 550 meters.

Diet

The diet of the Butter Sole consists mainly of small invertebrates, including crustaceans, mollusks, and worms.

Related Terms

• Flatfish
• Pleuronectidae
• Pacific Ocean
• Bering Sea
• Aleutian Islands
• Baja California
• Crustaceans
• Mollusks
• Worms

External links

• Medical encyclopedia article on Butter sole
• Wikipedia's article - Butter sole

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