Shorthorn Flathead [Thysanophrys chiltonae]
Description
The Shorthorn Flathead is a marine species that belongs to the Platycephalidae family. It is typically found in the waters around New Zealand and Australia. This species is characterized by its small size, with a maximum length of 14 cm. It has a distinct spiny head and a wide, flat body. The Shorthorn Flathead has a brownish coloration, which provides excellent camouflage against the sandy or muddy bottoms where it typically resides. 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 |
Shorthorn Flathead
Ratabulus
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