Genus
Common name: Solefish
Scientific name: Pardachirus
Pardachirus is a genus of solefish known for their unique defense mechanism against predators, including sharks. Members of this genus produce pardaxin, a toxin that disrupts the gills of predatory fish, providing an effective deterrent. These flatfish are benthic, often found camouflaged on sandy or muddy substrates in tropical and subtropical waters. They are not commonly kept in home aquariums due to their specialized care requirements and large size, but they are of interest for their natural predator deterrence strategies.