Congolli

Interesting Info

• Congolli (Pseudaphritis urvillii) is a freshwater fish species that is endemic to Australia. It is found in the eastern and southern parts of the country, including Tasmania.
• The species is commonly known as congolli, although it is also referred to as mountain galaxias or Tasmanian mudfish.
• They typically inhabit slow-moving streams, rivers, and ponds with vegetation cover and sandy or muddy bottoms.
• Congolli have a distinctive pattern of dark bands on their sides and back, which can vary in intensity depending on the individual and the environment.
• These fish are primarily active at night and feed on small invertebrates, such as worms, crustaceans, and insect larvae.
• Congolli are known to be resilient to drought conditions and can survive in small, isolated water bodies for extended periods of time.
• Estimates of lifespan are 2 to 3 years.