Sole

Sole is a type of flatfish. Though Pacific sole are cooked and served in many North American restaurants, the most popular and expensive species is the European Dover sole.

Fast Facts

1. Word comes from sole in Latin which refers to a sandal
2. Sole is nocturnal
3. Can be caught close to shore
4. Baits used in catching: Ragworm and Lugworm
5. Usually prepared with lemon juice, butter, and pepper
6. Dipping sauce: Tartar Sauce
7. Flatfish means "side-swimmers" in Greek
8. In the family of Flounder, Halibut, and Turbot
9. Can be baked or grilled

Threats to Sole

With overfishing in Europe, the populations of sole have been declining in certain regions. According to the ICES, bottom feeding fish such as sole have been listed as outside safe biological limits in areas such as the English Channel and the Irish Sea.

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