The Brown mudfish (Neochanna apoda) is a freshwater fish of the family Galaxiidae that grows up to 11 cm.
Description
The brown mudfish is a galaxiid freshwater fish (Galaxiidae) endemic to New Zealand. The species grows to about 11 cm and has an elongate, brown, scaleless body without pelvic fins. It lives in swamps, peat pools and temporary forest pools and can survive drought by retreating into moist mud or under leaf litter and breathing air through its skin for a time. It eats small invertebrates and insect larvae. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Brown mudfish?
The Brown mudfish has an elongate, eel-like body and is mainly brown.
Where does the Brown mudfish live?
The Brown mudfish lives in fresh water and is mostly found around mixed bottom.
How big does the Brown mudfish get?
The Brown mudfish grows to a maximum of about 11 cm.
Is the Brown mudfish dangerous to humans?
No, the Brown mudfish is harmless to humans.
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Same genus Neochanna
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