Purple Sand Flathead [Hoplolatilus purpureus]
Description
The Purple Sand Flathead, or Hoplolatilus purpureus, is known for its vibrant purple coloration. This species inhabits sandy and muddy bottoms in deep waters, often creating burrows for shelter. They are carnivorous, feeding mainly on small fish and invertebrates.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Chordates
Chordata
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Fish
Actinopterygii
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| Order |
Scorpionfishes and Flatheads
Scorpaeniformes
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| Family |
Flatheads
Platycephalidae
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| Genus |
Deepwater Flathead
Papilloculiceps
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