Pelagic

Orbicular Batfish

Platax orbicularis
LC· Least concernCautionPelagic

A tall, disc-shaped silver fish with a serene, drifting manner, often hanging beneath jetties, wrecks and floating debris. Curious and unhurried, batfish frequently approach divers closely and circle slowly in small, sociable groups.

Size (typical)
0.4–0.6 mm
Depth range
IUCN status
LC
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Diver safety
Maintain distance · do not advance.
Verified sightings · last 12 months

Sighting history

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