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Sleepy Cod[edit]

The Sleepy Cod (Oxyeleotris lineolata) is a species of fish in the family Eleotridae, commonly found in freshwater habitats in northern Australia and New Guinea. Known for its sluggish behavior, the Sleepy Cod is a popular species among aquarists and anglers alike.

Description[edit]

The Sleepy Cod is characterized by its elongated body and large mouth. It typically exhibits a mottled brown coloration, which provides excellent camouflage against the substrate of its natural environment. Adult Sleepy Cod can grow up to 50 cm in length, although most individuals are smaller.

Habitat[edit]

Sleepy Cod are primarily found in slow-moving rivers, billabongs, and other freshwater systems. They prefer environments with abundant cover, such as submerged logs and vegetation, where they can remain hidden from predators and ambush prey.

Behavior[edit]

As their name suggests, Sleepy Cod are known for their lethargic behavior. They are ambush predators, relying on stealth and patience to capture prey. Their diet consists mainly of smaller fish, crustaceans, and insects.

Reproduction[edit]

Sleepy Cod are known to breed during the warmer months. Females lay eggs on submerged surfaces, and males guard the eggs until they hatch. The species exhibits parental care, which is relatively uncommon among fish.

Importance to Humans[edit]

Sleepy Cod are valued both as a food source and as a species for recreational fishing. They are also popular in the aquarium trade due to their unique appearance and behavior.

Conservation[edit]

Currently, the Sleepy Cod is not considered to be at risk. However, habitat destruction and water pollution could pose future threats to their populations.

Related Pages[edit]

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-'''Sleepy cod''' (''Oxyeleotris lineolatus'') is a species of [[gudgeon]] (small to medium-sized bottom-dwelling fish) native to [[Australia]]. It is a member of the family [[Eleotridae]], commonly known as the sleepers or sleeper gobies.
+== Sleepy Cod ==
+[[File:Sleepy_cod.png|thumb|right|A Sleepy Cod resting in its natural habitat.]]
+The '''Sleepy Cod''' (''Oxyeleotris lineolata'') is a species of fish in the family [[Eleotridae]], commonly found in freshwater habitats in northern [[Australia]] and [[New Guinea]]. Known for its sluggish behavior, the Sleepy Cod is a popular species among aquarists and anglers alike.
 == Description ==
-Sleepy cod are characterized by their elongated bodies and large, rounded pectoral fins. They are typically brown to olive in color, with a series of dark, horizontal stripes running along the length of their bodies. The average size of a mature sleepy cod is around 30 centimeters, but they can grow up to 50 centimeters in length.
+The Sleepy Cod is characterized by its elongated body and large mouth. It typically exhibits a mottled brown coloration, which provides excellent camouflage against the substrate of its natural environment. Adult Sleepy Cod can grow up to 50 cm in length, although most individuals are smaller.
+== Habitat ==
+[[File:Sleepy_cod.png|thumb|left|The natural habitat of the Sleepy Cod includes slow-moving rivers and billabongs.]]
+Sleepy Cod are primarily found in slow-moving rivers, billabongs, and other freshwater systems. They prefer environments with abundant cover, such as submerged logs and vegetation, where they can remain hidden from predators and ambush prey.
+== Behavior ==
+As their name suggests, Sleepy Cod are known for their lethargic behavior. They are ambush predators, relying on stealth and patience to capture prey. Their diet consists mainly of smaller fish, crustaceans, and insects.
-== Habitat and Distribution ==
+== Reproduction ==
-Sleepy cod are found in the fresh and brackish waters of northern and eastern Australia, from the [[Fitzroy River]] in [[Western Australia]] to the [[Mary River]] in [[Queensland]]. They prefer slow-moving or still waters with plenty of cover, such as submerged logs or vegetation.
+Sleepy Cod are known to breed during the warmer months. Females lay eggs on submerged surfaces, and males guard the eggs until they hatch. The species exhibits parental care, which is relatively uncommon among fish.
-== Diet and Behavior ==
+== Importance to Humans ==
-Sleepy cod are [[carnivorous]], feeding primarily on smaller fish and invertebrates. They are ambush predators, lying in wait for prey to come within striking distance. Despite their name, sleepy cod are not particularly lethargic; the name is thought to come from their habit of lying motionless when at rest.
+Sleepy Cod are valued both as a food source and as a species for recreational fishing. They are also popular in the aquarium trade due to their unique appearance and behavior.
-== Conservation Status ==
+== Conservation ==
-The sleepy cod is not currently considered to be at risk of extinction. However, like many freshwater species, it is potentially vulnerable to habitat loss and degradation, particularly from activities such as land clearing and water extraction.
+Currently, the Sleepy Cod is not considered to be at risk. However, habitat destruction and water pollution could pose future threats to their populations.
-== In Aquaculture ==
+== Related Pages ==
-Sleepy cod are sometimes kept in [[aquaculture]] for their meat, which is considered to be of high quality. They are also popular in the aquarium trade due to their interesting behavior and attractive appearance.
+* [[Eleotridae]]
+* [[Freshwater fish of Australia]]
+* [[Aquarium fish]]
-[[Category:Fish of Australia]]
+[[Category:Freshwater fish of Australia]]
 [[Category:Eleotridae]]
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