Scientific Name
Afurcagobius tamarensis
Other Common Names
None
Size
Commonly 80 mm, up to 110 mm
Conservation Status
Common
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Scientific NameAfurcagobius tamarensis Other Common NamesNone SizeCommonly 80 mm, up to 110 mm Conservation StatusCommon |
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HabitatQuiet parts of estuaries and lower sections of coastal streams. Prefers a silt or mud bottom. DistributionEstuaries and lower coastal streams of northern Tasmania and the south eastern part of the Australian mainland from eastern South Australia, through Victoria and New South Wales to the Queensland border. ReproductionLittle studied, apparently breeds in spring. DietProbably feeds on small burrowing invertebrates. AnglingNot an angling species. On the tableNot a table fish. In the aquariumAn unusual aquarium fish, does best on live food and when provided with a fine sand or silt substrate. | |
