VER many years of fishing, I must say that the humble flathead is an all-time favourite species. Flathead have a striking and intriguing appearance are one of the most reliable species for anglers of all levels to pursue. Whilst not known for their fighting prowess, a large flathead is quite a formidable adversary on light tackle. The fight of a big flathead is unpredictable and erratic that can catch anglers unaware, often resulting in broken leaders and stories of the one that got away. Flathead reside on the bottom and prefer sandy or muddy habitats interspersed with weed
