Notesthes robusta
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Common Names:
| Bullrout
Freshwater Stonefish |
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Category:
| Other_Freshwater_Species |
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Distribution:
| Australia; Australia |
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Main Ecosystem:
| Stream; Slower-sluggish moving streams |
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Temperament:
| Aggressive; This fish can/will eat everything it can
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Diet:
| Carnivore; This fish will eat everything it can fit in its mouth
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Care:
| Substrate should be sandy so it can burrow itself.
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Potential Size:
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Male: 28cm
(11")
Female: 28cm
(11")
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Water Region:
| Bottom; Bottom |
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Activity:
| Diurnal; Diurnal |
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Gender:
| Not distinguishable
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Breeding:
| No reported Accounts
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Comments:
| This fish should only be handled with extreme care. The dorsal, anal and pelvic spines all have venom glands. A puncture wound from one of these spines can be excruciatingly painful.
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Main Colours:
| Brown,
Grey,
Black |
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Markings:
| Striped and Spotted |
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