Spotted Flathead
Cociella punctata
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 10–300 m
- Max size: 35 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A flathead that lies camouflaged on silty sand and coastal sand patches near reefs, found from the shallows down to about three hundred metres. Young fish use mangroves, while adults flatten against the bottom and ambush prey that wanders within reach.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Perciformes › Platycephalidae › Cociella
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 218136.
FAQ
- How deep does the Spotted Flathead live?
- The Spotted Flathead (Cociella punctata) is typically found at 10–300 m.
- Is the Spotted Flathead dangerous to divers?
- The Spotted Flathead is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Spotted Flathead get?
- The Spotted Flathead grows to about 35 cm.