Abstract
Summary of diversity, morphology and origins of Australasian freshwater ichthyofaunas. Major events affecting speciation and distributions are considered and levels of endemism compared. Influences on zoogeographic patterns are summarised and select radiations are described. Recent introductions of exotic species are briefly outlined together with need for integrative management strategies.
| Original language | English |
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| Title of host publication | Evolution and biogeography of Australasian vertebrates |
| Place of Publication | Oatlands, NSW |
| Publisher | Auscipub |
| Pages | 195-224 |
| Number of pages | 30 |
| ISBN (Print) | 097577901X |
| Publication status | Published - 2006 |
Keywords
- key morphological features
- taxa origins
- distribution patterns
- recent rapid speciation
- introduced species conservation status
- system based management