Deepwater Flathead [Papilloculiceps]

Description

Papilloculiceps, or deepwater flatheads, are distinguished by their adaptation to deeper marine environments compared to other flathead genera. They possess elongated bodies and a unique head structure that helps in navigating and hunting in these less-explored waters. Their presence in deeper waters indicates a diverse adaptability within the Platycephalidae family to various marine habitats.

Species
Cherry Blossom Flathead [Hoplolatilus chlupatyi]
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Purple Sand Flathead [Hoplolatilus purpureus]
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Blue-spotted Flathead [Hoplolatilus marcosi]
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Taxonomy
Phylum Chordates
Chordata
Class Fish
Actinopterygii
Order Scorpionfishes and Flatheads
Scorpaeniformes
Family Flatheads
Platycephalidae
Statistics
  • Species 3