Craterocephalus sp Myross hardyhead

Craterocephalus sp
Myross hardyhead

ATHERINIDAE, Hardyheads or silversides

Taxonomy

This species is presently being described by Rob Wager and Steve Brooks (Queensland Department of Primary Industries, Fisheries).

Size

Conservation Status

This species will probably be considered endangered.

Distribution & Abundance

Myross hardyheads were only discovered during mid 1994. They are restricted to one spring-fed pool in the Edgbaston Spring complex.

Habitat & Ecology

Ecological work is presently being undertaken by Wager and Brooks.

Reproduction

Threats

Conservation Action

Conservation Recommendations

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