Fish persistence and fluvial geomorphology in central Australia

P.J. Unmack

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    Abstract

    The purposes of this paper are to document the composition and distribution of fishes in the Alice Springs region of Australia, and discuss constraints on fish persistence in this arid region. Nine native and six exotic species were recorded; most exotics no longer exist. Except in Finke River, only one or no native species were found. Fish survival in the area is ameliorated by the exceptionally broad environmental tolerances and migratory abilities of many species, but ultimately depends upon the effects of geology, geomorphology, and the vagaries in pattern of sediment transport on water persistence.

    Original languageEnglish
    Pages (from-to)653-669
    Number of pages17
    JournalJournal of Arid Environments
    Volume49
    Issue number4
    DOIs
    Publication statusPublished - 2001

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