Fishing for Australian bonytongue

Scleropages jardinii

The Australian bonytongue is a striking freshwater fish known for its elongated body and metallic sheen. It typically grows up to 36 inches and weighs around 15 pounds. Inhabiting slow-moving rivers and billabongs in northern Australia, it feeds on insects, crustaceans, and small fish. This solitary species is known for its territorial behavior and impressive jumping ability. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Freshwater

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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