Marbled Flathead
Platycephalus marmoratus
- Group: Other
- Max size: 36 cm
- For divers: safe
A flat headed ambush predator of inshore shelf bottoms, the marbled flathead presses against the sand with its broad spade like skull and eyes set on top. It lies still until small prey passes, then snaps upward, reaching about thirty six centimetres.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Perciformes › Platycephalidae › Platycephalus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 274661.
FAQ
- Is the Marbled Flathead dangerous to divers?
- The Marbled Flathead is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Marbled Flathead get?
- The Marbled Flathead grows to about 36 cm.