Sharpnose grunter
📖 Overview
Adults inhabit slow or fast moving water of lagoons, streams and rivers, in clear or turbid conditions. Most commonly encountered in deeper sections of larger watercourses . Occur in lentic and lotic freshwater. Herbivorous species . Feed on filamentous algae. Breed between November and December when water temperatures rise to about 29°C. Sexual maturity is attained at 20-22 centimeters . Eggs are guarded and fanned by the male parent .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Sharpnose grunter is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Sharpnose grunter is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
Eggs are guarded and fanned by the male parent .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Temperate Endemic to Australia.
🌿 Ecology
filamentous algae
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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