Bluespotted Flathead

Platycephalus Caeruleopunctatus
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Quick Facts

Scientific namePlatycephalus Caeruleopunctatus
Other namesDrift Flathead, Eastern Bluespot Flathead, Eastern Bluespotted Flathead, Longnose Flathead, Red Flathead, Red Spotted Flathead, Sand Flathead, Yank
SizeUp to 60 cm (23.6 in)
WeightUp to 5 kg (11 lb)
FamilyFlathead / Platycephalidae

Distribution

Habitat & AU DistributionCoastal waters in areas of soft sediment, sand, rubble, silt & muddy areas
Bluespotted Flathead Distribution