Smalleye Gudgeon, Prionobutis microps (Weber 1908)
Other Names: Small Eyed Sleeper, Small-eyed Gudgeon, Small-eyed Loter, Small-eyed Sleeper
A Smalleye Gudgeon, Prionobutis microps, at the Territory Wildlife Park. Source: Dave Wilson / Aquagreen. License: All rights reserved
Summary:
A greyish to brownish gudgeon with a flattened head, pale markings on the sides, about five dark brown to greyish bands radiating from the eye, and fine dark bands on the dorsal, caudal and pectoral fins.
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Prionobutis microps in Fishes of Australia, accessed 05 Jun 2026, https://fishesofaustralia.net.au/home/species/57
Smalleye Gudgeon, Prionobutis microps (Weber 1908)
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Distribution |
Inhabits mangrove estuaries, tidal creeks and the lowermost reaches of freshwater streams. |