Fringelip Flathead
Sunagocia otaitensis
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 1–40 m
- Max size: 30 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
This flathead settles into lagoon and reef sand, burying its body until only the eyes show, then ambushing crabs, prawns and small fish that wander past. It reaches about 30 centimetres and relies on camouflage rather than speed.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Perciformes › Platycephalidae › Sunagocia
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 282911.
FAQ
- How deep does the Fringelip Flathead live?
- The Fringelip Flathead (Sunagocia otaitensis) is typically found at 1–40 m.
- Is the Fringelip Flathead dangerous to divers?
- The Fringelip Flathead is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Fringelip Flathead get?
- The Fringelip Flathead grows to about 30 cm.