Where Does Murray hardyhead Live?

Murray hardyhead lives in specific habitats. Knowing where to look helps you find and identify it.

Where to find Murray hardyhead

Water type

freshwater

Depth

Typically found in shallow waters, often less than 1 meter deep.

Environment

Prefers still or slow-flowing waters of rivers, billabongs, wetlands, and ephemeral lakes. Often associated with dense aquatic vegetation (e.g., Myriophyllum, Potamogeton) which provides cover and foraging opportunities. Tolerant of a wide range of salinities, from fresh to slightly brackish (up to 10 ppt).

Geographic range

Endemic to the Murray-Darling Basin in southeastern Australia, primarily in isolated populations within New South Wales, Victoria, and South Australia. Historically more widespread, but now restricted to fragmented habitats.

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