Canterbury mudfish can be easily distinguished from other mudfish by the presence of a reduced pelvic fin (half way along the underside of the fish). Like all mudfish this species is classified as threatened, even though it is not protected by any legislation.
G.A. ELDON
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Forest and Bird, Issue 279, 1 February 1996, Page 17
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45Canterbury mudfish can be easily distinguished from other mudfish by the presence of a reduced pelvic fin (half way along the underside of the fish). Like all mudfish this species is classified as threatened, even though it is not protected by any legislation. G.A. ELDON Forest and Bird, Issue 279, 1 February 1996, Page 17
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