Orbicular Batfish
Platax orbicularis
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–30 m
- Max size: 60 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
Disc shaped and silver, the orbicular batfish drifts through sheltered coastal water, deep lagoons, and even around shipwrecks. Juveniles mimic dead leaves among the mangroves before the adults move out over open sandy bottoms.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Acanthuriformes › Ephippidae › Platax
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 218711.
FAQ
- How deep does the Orbicular Batfish live?
- The Orbicular Batfish (Platax orbicularis) is typically found at 0–30 m.
- Is the Orbicular Batfish dangerous to divers?
- The Orbicular Batfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Orbicular Batfish get?
- The Orbicular Batfish grows to about 60 cm.