Serrated Flathead
Rogadius serratus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 11–45 m
- Max size: 24 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A flathead of sandy and silty bottoms near coral reefs, it lies flat and half buried in the shallows down to around forty five metres, waiting to ambush passing prey. It reaches about twenty four centimetres and is harmless to divers.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Perciformes › Platycephalidae › Rogadius
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 218147.
FAQ
- How deep does the Serrated Flathead live?
- The Serrated Flathead (Rogadius serratus) is typically found at 11–45 m.
- Is the Serrated Flathead dangerous to divers?
- The Serrated Flathead is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Serrated Flathead get?
- The Serrated Flathead grows to about 24 cm.