Cantor'S Flathead

Row of papillae, often 7-9, on upper surface of eye, middle one elongate. Base of lower opercular spine concealed by scales. Anterior 2-21 lateral line scales bearing a small spine. Iris lappet crenate.

Dorsal spines (total): 8 - 9; Dorsal soft rays (total): 10 - 12; Analspines: 0; Analsoft rays: 11 - 13

Ranges from muddy substrates in estuaries to deep offshore (Ref. 48635). Probably associated with aquatic vegetation at shallow depths (Ref. 9790).

fisheries: of no interest