| Family: |
Platycephalidae (Flatheads) |
| Max. size: |
12.5 cm SL (male/unsexed) |
| Environment: |
benthopelagic; marine; depth range - 61 m |
| Distribution: |
Western Indian Ocean: Mozambique. |
| Diagnosis: |
Dorsal spines (total): 8-8; Dorsal soft rays (total): 12-12; Anal soft rays: 12-12; Vertebrae: 27-27. This species is distinguished by the following characters: l2 soft dorsal- and anal-fin rays; pelvic fins with several dark blotches; anterior lateral line scales with a small spine; 10-11 gill rakers on first arch; circa 8 horizontal scale rows above lateral line; lower lip without papillae; 2 vertical dark bands on caudal fin (Ref. 86965). |
| Biology: |
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| IUCN Red List Status: |
Data deficient (DD); Date assessed: 20 June 2017 Ref. (130435)
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| Threat to humans: |
harmless |
| Country info: |
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