| Ambassidae (Asiatic glassfishes) |
| 24 cm SL (male/unsexed) |
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demersal; freshwater |
| Asia and Oceania: northern Australia and south-central New Guinea. |
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Dorsal spines (total): 8-8; Dorsal soft rays (total): 10-11; Anal spines: 3-3; Anal soft rays: 9-10 |
| Occurs in relatively large rivers characterized by high turbidity . Feeds primarily on small fishes, prawns (Ref. 5259, 44894) and crustaceans. Breeds in the dry season (June-July) (Ref. 44894). Is the largest member of the family (Ref. 5259). |
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Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 12 February 2019 Ref. (130435)
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| harmless |
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