Northern Sand Flathead illustration
Species

Northern Sand Flathead

Platycephalus arenarius
Tier 3Eating8/10light tackleQLDWANT
0 waypoints25–40 cm (max 50 cm) typical

Overview: about northern sand flathead

Northern Australian sand flathead found from WA across to QLD, common over inshore sand and mud in 5-50 m. Light paternoster bait fishing and small soft plastics produce well. Smaller than the southern sand flathead but plentiful.

Biology: Northern Sand Flathead size, diet & habitat

Habitat
Inshore, Shelf
Typical size
25–40 cm (max 50 cm)
Weight
0.3–1 kg
Depth range
5–50 m
Diet
small crustaceans, fish
Global range
Northern Australia

How to target: Northern Sand Flathead angling strategies

Generally fished with light tackle — match gear to the conditions and the size of fish you expect.

  • paternoster bait rigs
  • small soft plastics on sand

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