South African thorny flathead
📖 Overview
South African thorny flathead (Sorsogona portuguesa) 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 17 cm. It occurs at depths between 20 and 70 metres. With a trophic level of 3.6, it is a mid-level predator. It is assessed as Data Deficient on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 9; Dorsal soft rays (total): 12; Anal spines: 0; Anal soft rays: 12. Dark brown above, lighter below.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for South African thorny flathead is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for South African thorny flathead is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for South African thorny flathead is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range 20 - 70 m . Subtropical South Africa to Madagascar and Mozambique.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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