Golden Spadefish

Golden Spadefish

Platax boersii

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DESCRIPTION

The Golden spadefish, Platax boersii, is a marine ray-finned fish known for its yellowish-silver body with scattered small dark spots and a smoothly rounded head profile. Juveniles exhibit extremely elongated dorsal and anal fins with a silvery sheen. This omnivorous species inhabits reefs and deeper waters of the Indo-West Pacific, often found solitarily or in schools.

Max Length 40 cm
Max Weight 1.6 kg
Lifespan Up to 14 years
Habitat Seabed, deep water, open water, and coral reef
Depth Range 1 - 60 m
Diet Omnivore
Activity Variable
Social Behavior Mixed behavour

Destinations to spot Golden Spadefish

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Where Golden Spadefish has been recorded

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions about Golden Spadefish

Where can you see the Golden Spadefish?

The Golden Spadefish can be seen at 13 dive destinations in Malaysia, Philippines, Australia, Indonesia, and Thailand. The best spots include Apo Reef (Philippines), Great Barrier Reef (Australia), Kapalai (Malaysia), Komodo (Indonesia), and Lankayan (Malaysia).

What is the best time to see the Golden Spadefish?

The Golden Spadefish can be seen all year round at Raja Ampat, Sipadan, and Tubbataha Reefs.

Where can you see the Golden Spadefish in Malaysia?

In Malaysia, you can see the Golden Spadefish at Kapalai, Lankayan, Mabul, and Sipadan.

Where can you see the Golden Spadefish in Philippines?

In Philippines, you can see the Golden Spadefish at Apo Reef, Malapascua, and Tubbataha Reefs.

Where can you see the Golden Spadefish in Australia?

In Australia, you can see the Golden Spadefish at Great Barrier Reef and Osprey Reef.

How big does the Golden Spadefish get?

The Golden Spadefish can reach up to 40 cm in length and 1.6 kg in weight.

What habitat does the Golden Spadefish live in?

The Golden Spadefish is found in these habitats: seabed, deep water, open water, and coral reef.

How deep does the Golden Spadefish live?

The Golden Spadefish lives between 1 and 60 m deep.

What does the Golden Spadefish eat?

Eats both plant and animal matter, which lets it adapt its diet to whatever the habitat offers.

When is the Golden Spadefish most active?

Its rhythm shifts with the season, the tide or the region, so the same species may be active by day in one place and by night in another.

How long does the Golden Spadefish live?

The Golden Spadefish lives up to 14 years.

What is the conservation status of the Golden Spadefish?

The Golden Spadefish is listed as Not Evaluated on the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species.

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