Description
Perfect for farm dams.
Murray Cod’s scientific name is Maccullochella peelii peelii.
Murray Cod are widespread throughout the Murray-Darling system and can be found in most of the waterways off this river. At the time of European settlement Murray Cod were the most common of the larger fish in this system. Today, however Murray Cod have dramatically decreased in numbers.
A Murray Cod’s habitat varies from small clear, rocky, upland streams to silty rivers.
Murray Cod prefer deep holes with covering like large rocks and fallen trees.
Murray Cod are the largest of the Australian freshwater fish, reaching over 100kg and up to 180cm. They are identified by a large mouth, cream/white belly & green pattern. Murray Cod grow very fast and can put on a third of their body weight within a year due to them eating everything even their own kind.
Murray Cod have very long lives, it is common for them to reach the ages of 30 – 35 years.
Murray Cod naturally reproduce in farm dams and are available at Narrabri Fish Farm between December and January.
When you receive your fingerlings open the foam box and remove the heavy duty plastic bag containing the fish, do not untie the bag until you are ready to release them. Float the bag on the top of the pond/tank water for approx 10 mins or until the water inside is about the same temperature.
Open the plastic bag by untying or cutting it carefully. Gradually mix the pond/tank water with the bag water until the bag is full, tip the bag into your pond or tank and the fingerlings will soon swim out into their new home.