Fishes of the Murray–Darling Basin: An Introductory Guide by Mark Lintermans (2007)

Author: Mark Lintermans
Publisher: Murray–Darling Basin Commission, Canberra, 2007
Series: MDBC Publication No. 10/07
Format: Softcover, x + 157 pages, colour illustrations and maps
ISBN: 9781921257209/ 1921257202
Condition: Near fine, light wear to covers
Type of Book: Australian Natural History / Field Guide / Freshwater Ecology

Subjects:
• Native and introduced fish species of the Murray–Darling Basin
• Ecology and distribution of freshwater fish
• Threats to native fish and impacts of alien species
• Cultural fishing practices, including First Nations fish traps – Brewarrina

Summary:
The first book devoted solely to the fish fauna of the Murray–Darling Basin, this guide describes 57 species, providing details on identification, ecology, distribution, and conservation status. Written by fisheries expert Mark Lintermans, it blends accessible scientific detail with fascinating facts—whether it’s the species that migrates over 100 km to spawn or the quirks of the “soluble trout.”

Why you’ll love this book:
An essential reference for anglers, naturalists, conservationists, and anyone with an interest in the ecology of Australia’s inland rivers. The vivid photographs, species profiles, and insights into traditional and modern fishing practices make it a practical field guide and a beautiful record of the Basin’s aquatic biodiversity.