Giant bully explained

The giant bully (Gobiomorphus gobioides), tītarakura, or tīpokopoko (Māori), is a species of fish in the family Eleotridae endemic to New Zealand.[1] [2]

Description

This is the largest species of bully and it can reach more than 25abbr=onNaNabbr=on in length, but most are 12-.[3] Adults are generally found near the coast in freshwater, tidal or estuarine habitats. The breeding behavior is poorly known, but the species is considered diadromous and it is suspected that the larvae spend time in the sea.

It is very similar to the common bully (which can reach up to 15abbr=onNaNabbr=on), but it has six dorsal spines, where the common bully usually has seven.[3]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: tīpokopoko – Māori Dictionary. maoridictionary.co.nz. 2020-05-02.
  2. Web site: tītarakura – Māori Dictionary. maoridictionary.co.nz. 2020-05-02.
  3. Web site: Giant Bully. NIWA Fish Atlas . 16 February 2017.