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Dusky flathead
Platycephalus fuscus
Photo: Richard Ling from NSW, Australia · CC BY-SA 2.0
The Dusky flathead (Platycephalus fuscus) is a common target in breath-hold spearfishing. It usually frequents estuaries and river mouths and is found between 0 and 15 m, so it pays to adjust your search depth. It is usually solitary, which shapes how to approach it.
It takes some technique and knowing its behaviour. In Apnaut you have its minimum legal size across 2 different zones. Always check your area's current regulations before taking it.
Behaviour: usually solitary.
Minimum legal size by zone
| Zone | Minimum size |
|---|---|
| New South Wales | 36 cm |
| Victoria | 30 cm |
Where to catch it
Other names
Pez plano dusky (es)
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum legal size for Dusky flathead?
It depends on the area. For example, New South Wales: 36 cm; Victoria: 30 cm. See the full size-by-zone table above.
At what depth is Dusky flathead found?
Usually between 0 and 15 m, mostly over estuaries and river mouths.
Is it hard to spearfish on a single breath?
Its difficulty is “medium”. It is also usually solitary. In Apnaut you can log your catches and their size.
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