Fishing for Celebes flathead

Thysanophrys celebica

The Celebes flathead is a demersal fish known for its elongated body and flattened head. Typically reaching up to 12 inches and weighing around 2 pounds, it inhabits sandy and muddy coastal waters. Its diet mainly consists of small fish and crustaceans. The species is solitary and relies on camouflage to ambush prey and avoid predators. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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