Fish species in Japan

Bartail flathead

マゴチ · magochi
Platycephalus sp. 2

A broad flattened head distinguishes this bottom predator from flounder. It attacks prey close to sandy bottom.

Habitat and season

Sand and mud in shallow coastal water.

Months are a broad guide, not a current catch forecast. Region, water temperature and local closures can change the season.

Lures cover sandy beaches and channels for flounder and other predators. Read current seams before chasing distance.

A live baitfish swims on the rig to attract larger predators. The bait must remain lively and the rig must suit the water depth and local rules.

Japanese seabass · Olive flounder · Bartail flathead

Yellowfin goby · Japanese seabass · Bartail flathead

Japanese whiting · Olive flounder · Bartail flathead

Japanese seabass · Japanese whiting · Bartail flathead

Detailed recipes for this species are currently in Japanese. Open the Japanese cooking guide →

Detailed Japanese species notes

頭が著しく平たく、体は尾に向かって細くなる砂底の捕食魚。

エラぶた付近の棘と口に注意。砂浜でも波打ち際に無理に入らない。