The Bigmouth galaxias (Galaxias platei) is a fish that lives in both fresh and salt water of the family Galaxiidae that grows up to 31 cm.
Description
The bigmouth galaxias is a galaxiid (Galaxiidae) from cold, clear lakes and rivers of Patagonia in southern South America. The species grows to about 20 cm and has an elongate, scaleless, olive-brown body with far-set dorsal and anal fins and a broad mouth. As an omnivore it lives both in open water and near the bottom and eats insect larvae, small crustaceans and small fish. It is one of the few native freshwater fish of the region. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Bigmouth galaxias?
The Bigmouth galaxias has an elongate, eel-like body and is mainly brown.
Where does the Bigmouth galaxias live?
The Bigmouth galaxias lives in both fresh and salt water and is mostly found around open water.
How big does the Bigmouth galaxias get?
The Bigmouth galaxias grows to a maximum of about 31 cm.
Is the Bigmouth galaxias dangerous to humans?
No, the Bigmouth galaxias is harmless to humans.
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