Where Does Marbled Flathead Live?
Platycephalus marmoratus
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Where to find Marbled Flathead
- Water type
- saltwater
- Depth
- Typically found in shallow coastal waters, from intertidal zones down to approximately 50 meters (164 feet).
- Environment
- Prefers sandy or muddy bottoms, seagrass beds, and areas with rubble or scattered rocks. Often found in estuaries and sheltered bays.
- Geographic range
- Indo-West Pacific, including coastal waters of Australia (primarily southern and eastern), New Zealand, and potentially other scattered localities in the region.
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