Deepsea Flathead
Hoplichthys Haswelli
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Quick Facts
Scientific nameHoplichthys Haswelli
Other namesArmoured Flathead, Ghost Flathead, Glassy Flathead, Spiny Flathead
SizeUp to 50 cm (19.6 in)
WeightUnder 2 kg (4.4 lb)
FamilyGhost Flathead / Hoplichthyidae
Distribution
Habitat & AU DistributionDeep water, soft bottom areas on the continental shelf & slope
