Black Galaxias
📖 Overview
Black Galaxias (Galaxias niger), first described by Andrews, 1985 is a small fish in the family Galaxiidae (order Galaxiiformes). Adults typically reach 10.50 cm in maximum length. It inhabits freshwater systems including rivers, streams, and lakes. It occurs in Temperate waters. It is broadly omnivorous, taking invertebrates, plant matter, and detritus.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Black Galaxias is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Black Galaxias is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Temperate Known only from the types collected from Reservoir Lakes, Tasmania.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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