Northern Rock Flathead
Cymbacephalus staigeri
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: to 46 m
- Max size: 50 cm
- For divers: safe
A flathead of the inshore continental shelf, it lies pressed against the bottom with its broad flat head and waits for prey to pass. It seems to favour areas with aquatic vegetation and is usually taken in fairly shallow water, often less than ten metres down.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Perciformes › Platycephalidae › Cymbacephalus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 280465.
FAQ
- How deep does the Northern Rock Flathead live?
- The Northern Rock Flathead (Cymbacephalus staigeri) is typically found at to 46 m.
- Is the Northern Rock Flathead dangerous to divers?
- The Northern Rock Flathead is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Northern Rock Flathead get?
- The Northern Rock Flathead grows to about 50 cm.