The salamanderfish (Lepidogalaxias salamandroides) is in the family Lepidogalaxiidae all by itself. These unique fish are found in the acidic waters of western Australia. Remarkably, like the lungfish these tiny creatures can survive drought by burrowing in the sand and aestivating.
Watch the video below to see a salamanderfish and hear more about them.
Check out the Tree of Life link to learn more here.
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