Invasive freshwater animals

Find out about invasive or high-risk ornamental fish and how they impact our native fish and environment.

Identifying invasive freshwater animals by features, habitats, and impact on Queensland’s natural environment.

Preventing invasive fresh water animals from being introduced to Queenland’s natural waterways and dams.

If you see or catch an invasive fish, please report it to Biosecurity Queensland. Please take a photo if possible and send us the details using this form.

Noxious fish and your legal obligations regarding prohibited, restricted or high-risk freshwater animals.