Species
Common Galaxias
Galaxias maculatus
Also known as minnow · jollytail · inanga
Tier 5Eating7/10ultralight tackleNSWVICSATAS
0 waypoints6–10 cm (max 19 cm) typical
Regulations
TAS
| State | Size | Bag |
|---|---|---|
| TAS | — | — |
whitebait fishery licensed and seasonal | ||
Regulations change. Always verify with the relevant state fisheries authority before fishing.
Overview: about common galaxias
Tiny native freshwater fish of southeast Australia, NZ and South America, the whitebait runs of TAS rivers in spring. Cast-netted as bait and used in the TAS whitebait fishery (licensed). Sea-run trout depend on this species.
Biology: Common Galaxias size, diet & habitat
- Habitat
- Estuary, River
- Typical size
- 6–10 cm (max 19 cm)
- Weight
- 0.005–0.02 kg
- Depth range
- 0–5 m
- Diet
- small invertebrates
- Global range
- Southern Hemisphere temperate
How to target: Common Galaxias angling strategies
Generally fished with ultralight tackle — match gear to the conditions and the size of fish you expect.
- whitebait nets (TAS, licensed)
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More information: common galaxias references & sources
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