Dwarf Inanga
NameDwarf Inanga
Scientific NameGalaxias maculatus
Common NamesDwarf Inanga, Common Galaxias, Inanga, Silver Trout, Jollytail
FamilyGalaxiidae
OriginAustralia, New Zealand, South America
Temperamentcommunity
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)20
Max Size (Inches)5
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)50-72
pH Range6.5-7.5
Compatible SpeciesWhite Cloud Mountain Minnow, Danios, Other small, peaceful, cool-water native fish
Description
The Dwarf Inanga, also known as the Common Galaxias, is a slender, silvery fish with mottled brown markings. It is a schooling species native to cool, clear waters of the Southern Hemisphere, often found in rivers and estuaries. This species is known for its diadromous life cycle, migrating between fresh and saltwater.
