Australia is home to approximately 300 native freshwater fish species, a relatively low number compared to other continents of similar size. This limited diversity is largely due to Australia’s status as the driest inhabited continent, with vast arid regions and sporadic rainfall restricting freshwater habitats.   Alarmingly, a significant proportion of these species are under threat. As of recent assessments, 63 freshwater fish species are listed as threatened under Australia’s Environment Pr