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Fish Movement and Migration

Carp Gudgeons Galore!
Carp gudgeons, a diverse group in Australia's MDB, face identification challenges and genetic threats, with some species critically endanger
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Can we predict the future needs of fish and fisheries?
A study identifies key research areas for Australian fish and fisheries, highlighting the need for policy-informing data and management.
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Pygs are Flying! Southern Pygmy Perch Recovery in the Mid-Murray
SPP recovery in Mid-Murray shows promise with successful breeding and partnerships aiding conservation.
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Murray cod stocking project
Murray cod stocking in Australian rivers aids recovery and biodiversity, using advanced and fingerling fish with monitoring tags.
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Join me in the middle of the MDB – A day in the life of a fish researcher
Discover the rescue of the elusive Olive perchlet, a rare fish species in the Murray-Darling Basin, by a dedicated fish researcher.
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Barriers to fish screen adoption
Fish screens protect river life and aid irrigators by preventing blockages and saving time and money.
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The plight of Southern Pygmy Perch and the local efforts for recovery
S. Pygmy Perch, once widespread, now clings to survival in NSW's few creeks, battling invasive species, drought, and habitat loss.
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Monitoring and managing fishways – what happens after construction?
Fishways at Koondrook & Cohuna weirs aid fish passage, but adjustments needed to curb juvenile Carp migration.
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Redfin perch and the EHN virus
EHNV, a lethal fish virus in Australia, causes mass deaths in redfin perch and affects other species. Report cases to 1800 675 888.
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What have the recent floods meant for the Coorong, Lower Lakes and Murray Mouth?
Floods rejuvenate Murray River's ecosystem, balancing freshwater and marine life, raising debates on future water management.
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Attraction flow supporting native fish migration
UNSW research on fish migration in Murray-Darling Basin reveals fishway design impacts on native species.
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Making the Connection: Providing Temporary Fish Passage at the Menindee Lakes
Fish migration in NSW rivers is hindered by barriers, but innovative fishways aid their crucial life cycles.
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Guide: Golden perch rehabilitation after a major fish kill
Golden perch in the Darling River face threats from fish kills, with research guiding rehabilitation efforts.
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New fishway at Toorale already supporting fish migration
Toorale Park: A fusion of culture, ecology, and innovative fishway design, enhancing river life and honoring ancient traditions.
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From New Caledonia to the Barwon River: tracking migratory eels using satellites
Victoria's eels, vital to biodiversity and culture, face decline. Satellite tracking aids in understanding their long migratory journey.
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New Thomson River Fishway - enabling gold-mining history and native fish to come together
Thomson River's fishway aids native fish, preserving biodiversity and heritage in Victoria.
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River Blackfish back in the King River
King River's fish habitat enhanced with boulders, log jams, and native flora, aiding species like Murray Cod.
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Listening in on our fishy friends - sonification in fish
Fish communicate with sounds that can be as loud as rock concerts, impacting fishing practices and raising questions about noise pollution.
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