Kosciuszko Galaxias
NameKosciuszko Galaxias
Scientific NameGalaxias kosciuskii
Common NamesKosciuszko Galaxias
FamilyGalaxiidae
OriginSouth-eastern Australia, Snowy Mountains, New South Wales, Victoria
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)30
Max Size (Inches)6
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)40-68
pH Range6.0-7.5
Compatible SpeciesSpecies-specific tank, Other similarly sized cool-water Australian native fish
Description
The Kosciuszko Galaxias is a slender, elongated freshwater fish native to the cool, clear alpine streams of southeastern Australia. It exhibits cryptic coloration, typically mottled brown or olive, allowing it to blend into its rocky and vegetated habitats. This species is a carnivorous ambush predator, feeding primarily on aquatic invertebrates.
