Species guide
How to catch Senegalese tonguesole
Cynoglossus senegalensis
freshwaterbrackishsaltwaterCynoglossidae
The Senegalese tonguesole is a flatfish with an elongated body that lives in a variety of water types from freshwater to saltwater. It hunts small fish and bottom-dwelling animals. This species is mainly found along the west coast of Africa in the Atlantic Ocean.
Where they live
Found in shallow to moderately deep waters from 10 to 110 meters along the Atlantic coast of Africa. It inhabits freshwater, brackish, and saltwater environments.
Typical size
Up to about 67 cm
What they eat
- small fish
- zoobenthos
- bottom-dwelling animals
Best baits
- small fish pieces
- worms
- shrimp
Best lures
- soft plastic bottom baits
- jigs
How to fish for them
- bottom fishing
- drift fishing
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