| Family: |
Percichthyidae (Temperate perches) |
| Max. size: |
66 cm SL (male/unsexed) |
| Environment: |
benthopelagic; freshwater |
| Distribution: |
Oceania: Australia. |
| Diagnosis: |
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| Biology: |
Inhabits pristine sections of clear, flowing, rocky streams strewn with logs and other woody debris. Life history and general biology are similar to that of the Murray cod; however, it has a slightly slower growth rate. Spawns in spring when water temperatures exceed 16°C (Ref. 44894). |
| IUCN Red List Status: |
Endangered (EN); Date assessed: 07 February 2019 (B2ab(iii)) Ref. (126983)
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| Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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