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Chowilla Regulator models Conceptual models for Murray Cod, Golden Perch, Silver Perch, Freshwater Catfish and Carp in Chowilla and the Lower Murray. Peer reviewed, reproducible evolving science MDB (South) Key information to be considered in development of conceptual models. Relatively recent information (less than 10 years since publication) and considered in BEWS development. Includes a focus on habitat, recruitment (lotic and lentic habitats) and movement. Southern Basin focus (may require modification for use in Northern Basin catchments). Mallen-Cooper et al, 2011 2-B1 (Adequate) Preference curve conceptual models - Murray-Flow Assessment Tool (MFAT) Developed to predict ecological benefits/outcomes of different flow scenarios along the River Murray System. Uses conceptual models based on preference curves and functional groups for fish and other water-dependent taxa), Includes some capacity to measure varying responses based on location. Uses seven grouping of native fish (flood spawners, Macquarie Perch, wetland specialists, Freshwater Catfish, main channel generalists, main channel specialists and low flow specialists. Peer-reviewed, reproducible evolving science MDB (South) Supplementary information to be considered in development of conceptual models. Relatively dated information (more than 10 years since publication). Southern Basin focus and later assessment suggests method does not predict fish assemblages (Lester et al, 2011). Young et al, 2003; Lester et al, 2011. 2-B1 (Adequate) Preference curve conceptual models – SDL adjustment ecological equivalence method ‘Ecological elements’ (fish, birds and vegetation) developed as part of the SDL adjustment ecological elements method. Includes two fish elements (small, short-lived and large, long-lived species). Preference curves include both recovery and stress pathways for fish condition (population structure Peer reviewed, evolving reproducible science. MDB (South) Supplementary information to be considered in development of conceptual models. Relatively recent (less than 10 years since publication). Southern Basin focus (current method) and simplified eco-hydrological model: not intended for use in determining EWRs. Overton et al, 2014; Brookes et al, 2014. 2-B1 (Adequate)