Northland mudfish
📖 Overview
Facultative air-breathing in the genus ; Inhabits ephemeral areas that dry out over summer and autumn months, where it aestivates in damp areas or under tree roots and logs .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 0; Dorsal soft rays (total): 12 - 16; Anal spines: 0; Anal soft rays: 16 - 19; Vertebrae: 55 - 57. Jaw extends to posterior margin of the eye; eye is small; head displays a dorsal bulbous swelling behind eye, particularly in large individuals; caudal peduncle elongated. Principal caudal fin rays 11-13. Caudal fin rounded .: elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Northland mudfish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Northland mudfish is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Northland mudfish is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; demersal. High altitude
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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