Queensland Lungfish
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NameQueensland Lungfish
Scientific NameNeoceratodus forsteri
Common NamesQueensland Lungfish, Australian Lungfish, Burnett Salmon
FamilyCeratodontidae
OriginAustralia, Queensland
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietomnivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)500
Max Size (Inches)60
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range6.5-7.8
Compatible SpeciesLarge Arowanas, Large Pacu, Other very large, robust, non-aggressive fish (with extreme caution)
Description
The Queensland Lungfish is an ancient and unique freshwater fish native to Australia, known for its ability to breathe air using a single lung. It is a large, long-lived species with paddle-like fins and a robust, scaled body, considered a living fossil.
