Round Batfish
Platax Orbicularis
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Quick Facts
Scientific namePlatax Orbicularis
Other namesCooper Batfish, Narrow Banded Batfish, Orbicular Batfish
SizeUp to 60 cm (23.6 in)
WeightUp to a kilo (2.2 lb)
FamilyBatfish / Ephippidae
Distribution
Habitat & AU DistributionCoastal waters, mangroves, lagoons, coral reefs & deeper silty areas
