Australian Flathead [Cymbacephalus longiceps]
Description
The Australian Flathead, or Long-headed Flathead, is a marine fish species endemic to Australia. It inhabits sandy and rubble substrates of coastal waters and estuaries. Distinguished by its elongated head, the fish has a mottled brown appearance, which serves as excellent camouflage in its natural environment. Its diet mainly consists of small fish and invertebrates.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Chordates
Chordata
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|---|---|
| Class |
Fish
Actinopterygii
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| Order |
Scorpionfishes and Flatheads
Scorpaeniformes
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| Family |
Flatheads
Platycephalidae
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| Genus |
Crocodile Flathead
Cymbacephalus
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