Bigscale flathead
📖 Overview
Bigscale flathead (Bembras macrolepis) is a ray-finned fish of the family Bembridae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 27.3 cm. It occurs at depths between 46 and 366 metres. With a trophic level of 3.8, it is a mid-level predator.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 11 - 12; Dorsal soft rays (total): 10 - 11; Anal soft rays: 14 - 15. This species is characterized by the following: head depressed; body without large scute-like spines; infraorbital bones forming a strong ridge, confluent with uppermost preopercular spine and having 4-6 spines; broad subterminal vertical band in caudal fin .: elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Bigscale flathead is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range 46 - 366 m . Tropical north of Townsville to off Wollongong, Australia.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 3 records indexed .
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