Species
Bartail Flathead
Platycephalus endrachtensis
Also known as Northern Sand Flathead · Flag-Tail Flathead · Flagtail Flathead · Northern-Flag Tailed Flathead · Sand Flathead
Tier 5Eating5/10QLDWATAS
0 waypoints
Sign in
Community
Recently caught
Be the first.
No bartail flathead catches logged yet — log one and you'll be recognised here.
Where to catch
Range & spots
No mapped spots for this species yet.
This species is in the catalog but not yet linked to any mapped waypoint.
Overview: about bartail flathead
Medium-sized flathead with venomous spines, found in estuaries and bays across QLD, WA, and TAS. Target them with soft plastics, small jigs, and live baits in 1-60m over sandy bottoms. Handle with care due to venomous spines.
Biology: Bartail Flathead size, diet & habitat
- Habitat
- Bay, Estuary
- Weight
- up to 5 kg
- Diet
- fish and sometimes large benthic crustaceans
- Global range
- Western Pacific
How to target: Bartail Flathead angling strategies
No targeting tips for bartail flathead yet — match your gear to the habitat and expected fish size, and check recent local reports before a trip.
Best season: when to catch bartail flathead in Australia
No seasonal pattern for bartail flathead yet. Seasons shift with water temperature and local conditions — check state fisheries advice and recent local reports before planning a trip.
Where to catch: bartail flathead fishing spots in Australia
No mapped spots or marks for bartail flathead yet. As waypoints are added that list this species, they'll appear here.