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Common Sole

The common sole, Dover sole, or black sole (Solea solea) is a species of flatfish in the family Soleidae. It is the largest fish in Solea genus. It lives on the sandy or muddy seabed of the northern Atlantic and the Mediterranean Sea where it often semi-immerses itself in the substrate. The upper side is greyish-brown while the underside is white. It grows to a maximum length of about 70 cm (28 in). The species is prized as a food fish, being caught mostly by trawling on the seabed.

The common sole has very distinctive eyes, unlike those of any other flatfish. Instead of having both eyes on the left side of its head, a sole has both eyes on the right side of its head. Its eyes can move independently and it primarily feeds on benthic invertebrates. It also exhibits biofluorescence, that is, it absorbs light at 380 nm and emits it as visible light with a longer wavelength (e.g. green light with a wavelength of 510 nm).

The common sole, like other flatfish, spawns on sandy and muddy sea floors. It is not pelagic (it does not swim freely in the water column) like the related lemon sole (). After hatching, the larvae live on the seabed where they feed on plankton. At first, they are negatively buoyant, which means they cannot swim against the current. As they grow older and heavier, at around 25 mm (1 in), this changes and they become neutrally buoyant. They then migrate up into shallower waters until they reach the shoreline where they live on the seabed as adults.

The common sole is a commercially important species. It is widely caught in the North Sea, and in particular around the United Kingdom where it is one of the most popular fish for eating. In 2010–2011, 607,000 tonnes were landed by UK vessels with the larger part coming from Scotland (figures courtesy of Marine Scotland). The fish is mostly consumed in France, Italy, Germany, and the United Kingdom.

It has firm white flesh with a mild flavor. It can be prepared by frying, baking, or grilling. A type of traditional English fish and chips shop called a "chippy" prepares common sole (among other flatfish) to order for customers who select their

Global common sole production

The common sole fish is a species of flatfish that is found in marine environments around the world. The common sole is an important commercial fish, and its flesh is considered to be a delicacy in many cultures. The global production of common sole fish has increased steadily in recent years, reaching a total of 990 thousand tonnes in 2016. The vast majority of common sole fish are caught in the wild, although a small number of aquaculture operations do exist. The largest producers of common sole fish are China, Indonesia, and the Philippines. The common sole fish is a popular choice for seafood lovers around the world due to its delicate flavor and versatile texture. The flesh of the common sole fish is white and flaky and can be cooked in a variety of ways. The fish is often baked, grilled, or fried, and can be served as an entrée or as part of a larger dish. In addition to its culinary uses, the common sole fish also has a number of health benefits. Fish is a good source of protein, vitamins, and minerals, and is low in saturated fat. Additionally, the common sole fish contains omega-3 fatty acids, which are believed to promote heart health.