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Where Does Duboulay's Rainbowfish Live?

Melanotaenia duboulayi

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

Where to find Duboulay's Rainbowfish

Water type
freshwater
Depth
Typically found in shallow waters, usually less than 2 meters.
Environment
Inhabits a variety of freshwater environments including clear, slow-moving streams, rivers, billabongs, and swamps. They are often found among aquatic vegetation, submerged logs, and root systems, which provide cover and foraging opportunities. Prefers areas with moderate to dense plant growth.
Geographic range
Endemic to eastern Australia, specifically found in coastal drainages of Queensland and northern New South Wales, from the Burnett River system south to the Clarence River system.

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