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Where are lungfish found in the wild?
Quick Answer
Lungfish live in freshwater systems in Africa, South America, and Australia. They are best known from rivers, swamps, and seasonal wetlands.
The Full Story
Modern lungfish are found in three main regions: Africa, South America, and Australia. African lungfish live in river systems and seasonal swamps, South American lungfish occur in the Amazon basin, and Australian lungfish live in parts of Queensland. They are famous for their ability to breathe air and, in some species, survive drought by burrowing into mud. Lungfish are among the oldest living lineages of lobe-finned fish.
Key Facts
1.Found in Africa, South America, and Australia
2.Can breathe air with lungs
3.The Australian lungfish can live for many decades
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