Where Does Western Australian Pigfish Live?

Western Australian Pigfish lives in specific habitats. Knowing where to look helps you find and identify it.

Where to find Western Australian Pigfish

Water type

saltwater

Depth

Typically found in shallow coastal waters, from the surface down to about 50 meters (164 feet).

Environment

Inhabits estuaries, coastal bays, rocky reefs, sandy bottoms, and seagrass beds. Often found near structures such as jetties, pilings, and submerged timber. Tolerant of a range of salinities, often entering brackish and even freshwater environments in the lower reaches of rivers.

Geographic range

Endemic to the coastal waters of Western Australia, ranging from the Kimberley region in the north down to the southern coast, including the Perth metropolitan area.

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