Author: Jenyns, 1842
Remark: Earlier work included <i>Aplochiton</i> in the family Aplochitonidae. <i>Aplochiton taeniatus</i> is a specialized piscivore with a very large mouth and greatly enlarged teeth (McDowall and Nakaya 1988). <i>Aplochiton marinus</i> is considered a synonym of <i>A. taeniatus</i>. See McDowall (1971a) for a detailed description.
Comments: Found mostly in lakes, but recent collections from sites close to the sea suggest amphidromy.