Fin's Fish Guide
The Longhead flathead (Leviprora inops) is a saltwater fish of the family Platycephalidae that grows up to 52 cm.
Description
The longhead flathead is a flathead (Platycephalidae) from coastal waters of southern Australia. The species grows to about 40 cm and has a strongly flattened, rearward-tapering, sandy body with a long, broad, spiny head and eyes on top of the head. As an ambush predator it lies half-buried on sand and mud bottoms and seizes passing small fish and crustaceans. The sharp head and gill-cover spines can give a cut when handled.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Longhead flathead?
The Longhead flathead has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly brown and shows a spots pattern. Bears sharp spines, plates or strong jaws that can cause cuts or puncture wounds; handle with care.
Where does the Longhead flathead live?
The Longhead flathead lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Oceania: Australia
How big does the Longhead flathead get?
The Longhead flathead grows to a maximum of about 52 cm.
Is the Longhead flathead dangerous to humans?
The Longhead flathead can cause injury; handle it with care. For a cut or puncture from a sharp head or fin spine: rinse the wound with clean water, apply pressure to stop bleeding and cover with a sterile dressing. Check that no spine fragment remains and watch for signs of infection; for a deep wound update tetanus protection.
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