Freespine Flathead
Ratabulus diversidens
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 30–345 m
- Max size: 39.1 cm
- For divers: safe
The freespine flathead lies over gravel bottoms of the continental shelf and slope, from about 30 m down to 345 m. Flattened and broad headed, it waits half hidden for prey to pass and grows to roughly 39 cm.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Perciformes › Platycephalidae › Ratabulus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 282553.
FAQ
- How deep does the Freespine Flathead live?
- The Freespine Flathead (Ratabulus diversidens) is typically found at 30–345 m.
- Is the Freespine Flathead dangerous to divers?
- The Freespine Flathead is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Freespine Flathead get?
- The Freespine Flathead grows to about 39.1 cm.