Spotted Galaxias
NameSpotted Galaxias
Scientific NameGalaxias maculatus
Common NamesSpotted Galaxias, Common Galaxias, Inanga, Whitebait
FamilyGalaxiidae
OriginAustralia, New Zealand, South America, Falkland Islands
Temperamentcommunity
Dietomnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)30
Max Size (Inches)5
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)50-70
pH Range6.0-7.5
Compatible SpeciesWhite Cloud Mountain Minnow, Danios, Other similarly sized peaceful temperate fish
Description
The Spotted Galaxias is a slender, scaleless freshwater fish characterized by its golden-brown body adorned with numerous dark spots and blotches. An active swimmer, it thrives in cool, clear, and highly oxygenated water environments. This species is native to temperate regions and some populations exhibit diadromous behavior, migrating between freshwater and marine habitats.
