Obscure flathead
📖 Overview
Obscure flathead (Sorsogona melanoptera) is a ray-finned fish of the family Platycephalidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 14.5 cm. It occurs at depths between 15 and 117 metres. With a trophic level of 3.6, it is a mid-level predator. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 9; Dorsal soft rays (total): 12 - 13; Anal spines: 0; Anal soft rays: 12. Brown in color, paler ventrally, sometimes with indistinct bars; prominent blackish spots along spines and rays of dorsal fins; pelvic fins dusky .
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Obscure flathead is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range 15 - 117 m . Tropical Indian Ocean: Gulf of Oman to the Andaman Sea off southern Thailand.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rogadius melanopterus | Knapp & Wongratana | 1987 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .
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