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The Western galaxias (Galaxias occidentalis) is a freshwater fish of the family Galaxiidae that grows up to 19 cm.
Description
The western galaxias is a galaxias (Galaxiidae) from southwestern Australia. The species has an elongate, scaleless, silvery-brown body with a rearward-placed dorsal fin. It keeps in rocky pools at the base of rapids and waterfalls and around submerged vegetation along banks. It feeds on insect larvae, small crustaceans and other small bottom life, hunting mostly near the bottom. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Western galaxias?
The Western galaxias has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly brown and shows a plain pattern. Scaleless body with a rearward-placed dorsal fin; inhabitant of rocky stream pools.
Where does the Western galaxias live?
The Western galaxias lives in fresh water and is mostly found around mixed bottom. Southwestern Australia; rocky pools of streams.
How big does the Western galaxias get?
The Western galaxias grows to a maximum of about 19 cm. On average the species is around 9 cm.
Is the Western galaxias dangerous to humans?
No, the Western galaxias is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Western galaxias edible?
The Western galaxias is not usually eaten.
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