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Where Does Freshwater Halfbeak Live?

Zenarchopterus buffonis

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Freshwater Halfbeak lives in specific habitats. Knowing where to look helps you find and identify it.

Where to find Freshwater Halfbeak

Water type
brackish
Depth
Surface dwelling, typically found in the upper 0-1 meter of the water column.
Environment
Found in coastal estuaries, mangrove swamps, tidal creeks, and the lower reaches of rivers. They prefer calm, slow-moving waters with abundant surface vegetation or overhanging branches for cover. Can tolerate a wide range of salinities, from pure freshwater to moderately brackish conditions.
Geographic range
Indo-West Pacific region, including Southeast Asia (e.g., Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines), Papua New Guinea, and parts of northern Australia.

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