Where Does Gould's Gudgeon Live?

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

Where to find Gould's Gudgeon

Water type

freshwater

Depth

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

Environment

Inhabits slow-flowing or still waters of rivers, streams, wetlands, and temporary pools. Prefers areas with abundant aquatic vegetation, submerged logs, leaf litter, and other forms of cover. Can tolerate a range of water conditions, including slightly turbid waters.

Geographic range

Endemic to the southwestern region of Western Australia. Its distribution includes river systems such as the Blackwood, Frankland, and Kent Rivers, as well as various smaller coastal drainages.

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