A successful fish field event was held near Condobolin (NSW). The day was a fun day of fish, friends, and family.
The event was a partnership between:
- Flow-MER, Commonwealth Environmental Water Holder (CEWH) science program
- Condobolin and Districts Landcare.
Michele Grout, Local Engagement Officer (CEWH) and Tasha Hurley, Condobolin and Districts Landcare, worked together to bring about this special event.
The day provided an opportunity to discover all about the Wallaroi Creek native fish species.
Local Land Services also discussed new biological control options of African Boxthorn. While also demonstrating how to rehabilitate riverbanks using a native vegetation direct seeder.
Local fish scientist Dr Adam Kerezsy also answered community members questions.
Field day participants expressed interest in:
- native fish populations in the mid-Lachlan creeks
- the role of water for the environment
- impact of carp and other invasive fish species
- facts about native fish movement.
The highlight of the day was the capture of two baby freshwater catfish. This is an exciting find for a species that has declined across much of the Murray-Darling Basin.
Flow-MER is the CEWH science program. It monitors environmental water outcomes across the Murray-Darling Basin.
In the Lachlan catchment, Flow MER scientists study native fish movement and breeding in local waterways.
Scientists monitor native fish to assess whether environmental water supports fish populations.
Field day organisers thanked local property owners for supporting the event.
Participants agreed the field day was a great success. It helped to raise awareness of:
- native fish
- water for the environment
- local research initiatives.
