Midget Flathead
NameMidget Flathead
Scientific NameElates ransonnetii
Common NamesMidget Flathead, Ransonnet's Flathead, Dwarf Flathead
FamilyPlatycephalidae
OriginIndo-Pacific, Western Pacific, Japan, Australia
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)30
Max Size (Inches)6
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-78
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesLarger Gobies, Blennies, Wrasses (non-aggressive), Damselfish (non-aggressive)
Description
The Midget Flathead is a small, cryptic marine fish known for its flattened head and mottled brown coloration, allowing it to blend seamlessly with sandy or silty substrates. It is a predatory bottom-dweller that ambushes small fish and crustaceans. This species requires a mature saltwater aquarium with a soft, sandy bottom for burrowing.
