Lined sole - Achirus lineatus

Species Name: Achirus lineatus

Synonyms: Pleuronectes lineatus, Achirus lineatus, Pleuronectes nigricans

Common Names: Lined sole

Family: Achiridae (American soles)

Order: Pleuronectiformes (Flatfishes)

Class: Actinopterygii (Ray-finned fishes)

Max. Size: 23.0 cm / 9.1 inches

Environment: Marine reef

Origin: Southeast Pacific, Western Central and Southwest Atlantic

Temperament: Harmless

Company: Achirus lineatus (Lined sole) is a good companion to any non-aggressive fish.

Aquarium Setup: Achirus lineatus (Lined sole) like to hide under the substrate, so the substrate must be free from sharp edges. Sharp sand and silicates are unsuitable. They are good jumpers, so the aquarium should be well covered.

Food: Achirus lineatus (Lined sole) eat crustaceans, worms and small fishes. Provide them with live foods such as tubificid worms. small Lined sole can be fed live ghost shrimp. They can be trained to accept dead meaty foods. Feed twice a week.

Breeding: We have no information regarding the breeding of Achirus lineatus (Lined sole) in aquariums.