Bigtooth Flathead

Platycephalus Chauliodous
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Quick Facts

Scientific namePlatycephalus Chauliodous
Other namesLargetoothed Flathead
SizeUp to 47 cm (18 in)
WeightUp to 2 kg (4.4 lb)
FamilyFlathead / Platycephalidae

Distribution

Habitat & AU DistributionCoastal waters amongst sandy, silty & muddy areas often near rocky reefs
Bigtooth Flathead Distribution