This fringe-eyed flathead was a lucky spot due to its triangularly-shaped head. It has a wonderful speckled camouflaged pattern. The special feature are the eye-fringes. These appear like branches of a tree covering the eyes. Quite unique. Have you see anything like it?
This one was about 25cm long and was above the sand. Flatheads sometimes cover themselves with sand so that only the eyes are exposed. They then lie in wait for passing prey which may be small fish or prawns.
This one was about 25cm long and was above the sand. Flatheads sometimes cover themselves with sand so that only the eyes are exposed. They then lie in wait for passing prey which may be small fish or prawns.
Read more about it here :
and here is a clip from another nearby reef...
