Thysanophrys chiltonae Schultz, 1966
Longsnout flathead, 25cm

These fish are found in sand patches on lagoon and seaward reefs. They often sit still, mostly buried in sand with only their eyes showing, waiting for its prey small fish or shrimp to pass within range.

An eye.

Created 26 December 2017

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