Southern Bluespotted Flathead
Platycephalus speculator
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 1–30 m
- Max size: 90 cm
- For divers: safe
A flattened, bottom hugging flathead of southern surf beaches, estuaries and bays, it grows to about ninety centimetres and lies half buried in shallow sand. Eyes set high on its head let it watch for small fish and crustaceans while the rest of it stays hidden.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Perciformes › Platycephalidae › Platycephalus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 274664.
FAQ
- How deep does the Southern Bluespotted Flathead live?
- The Southern Bluespotted Flathead (Platycephalus speculator) is typically found at 1–30 m.
- Is the Southern Bluespotted Flathead dangerous to divers?
- The Southern Bluespotted Flathead is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Southern Bluespotted Flathead get?
- The Southern Bluespotted Flathead grows to about 90 cm.