Australian Lungfish
The Australian lungfish, Neoceratodus forsteri, is a primitive freshwater fish native to the rivers of southeastern Queensland, Australia. Notable for its ability to breathe air, this species has a long, slender body covered in large, bony scales. It inhabits still or slow-flowing waters and is protected due to its ancient lineage and ecological importance.
Length~100 (max 150)
Weight~20 (max 43)
WaterFresh
Water Temp15-25° F
Depth3-10 ft
- Other namesQueensland lungfish, Burnett salmon, Barramunda
- Length~100 (max 150)
- Weight~20 (max 43)
- WaterFresh
- Water Temp15-25° F
- Depth3-10 ft
Popular lures for Australian Lungfish
Regulation for Australian Lungfish
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Living Conditions
🐟 Habitat preferences
- Australian lungfish inhabit mud, sand, or gravel bottoms in slow-moving rivers and deep pools
- They prefer still or sluggish waters, often found in sheltered areas
- Their diet includes aquatic plants, crustaceans, mollusks, and small fish
- They use electroreceptors to locate prey hidden in the sediment
♻️ Life cycle and mating behavior
- Spawning occurs from August to October in shallow waters with dense vegetation
- Eggs are attached to aquatic plants, resembling small, transparent grapes
- Juveniles remain in shallow areas, gradually moving to deeper waters as they grow
- Adults exhibit site fidelity, returning to the same areas annually for spawning