Species
Rock Flathead
Platycephalus laevigatus
Also known as southern rock flathead
Tier 3Eating8/10ultralight tackleNSWVICSAWATAS
0 waypoints~20–35 cm typical
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Overview: about rock flathead
Small weed-dwelling flathead of southern Australia, common around seagrass beds in VIC, TAS and SA bays. Often a bycatch on light gear targeting whiting or pinkies, but a sweet little table fish.
Biology: Rock Flathead size, diet & habitat
- Habitat
- Bay, Inshore, Seagrass
- Typical size
- 20–35 cm (max 45 cm)
- Weight
- 0.2–0.8 kg
- Depth range
- 1–25 m
- Diet
- small fish, prawns
- Global range
- Southern Australia
How to target: Rock Flathead angling strategies
Generally fished with ultralight tackle — match gear to the conditions and the size of fish you expect.
- small bait rigs on weed edges
- tiny soft plastics on light jigheads
Best season: when to catch rock flathead in Australia
No seasonal pattern for rock 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: rock flathead fishing spots in Australia
No mapped spots or marks for rock flathead yet. As waypoints are added that list this species, they'll appear here.