Where Does Emperor Gudgeon Live?

Emperor Gudgeon lives in specific habitats. Knowing where to look helps you find and identify it.

Where to find Emperor Gudgeon

Water type

freshwater

Depth

Typically found in shallow waters, usually less than 2 meters.

Environment

Prefers clear, slow-moving to still waters of rivers, streams, billabongs, and lagoons. Often associated with dense aquatic vegetation, submerged roots, and leaf litter, which provide cover and foraging opportunities. Can tolerate a range of substrate types including sand, mud, and gravel.

Geographic range

Native to northern and eastern Australia, extending from the Kimberley region of Western Australia, across the Northern Territory, and down the eastern coast of Queensland and New South Wales. Also found in southern New Guinea.

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