Bighead Tilefish
Caulolatilus affinis
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 30–185 m
- Max size: 49.5 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
It lives over rocky and sandy bottoms near isolated reefs, ranging down to about 185 metres. This tilefish reaches around half a metre and is prized as excellent eating, sold fresh or frozen across its range.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Eupercaria incertae sedis › Malacanthidae › Caulolatilus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 367211.
FAQ
- How deep does the Bighead Tilefish live?
- The Bighead Tilefish (Caulolatilus affinis) is typically found at 30–185 m.
- Is the Bighead Tilefish dangerous to divers?
- The Bighead Tilefish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Bighead Tilefish get?
- The Bighead Tilefish grows to about 49.5 cm.