Species
Mosquito Fish
Gambusia holbrooki
Also known as gambusia · plague minnow
Tier 5Eating1/10ultralight tackleNSWVICQLDSAWATASNT
0 waypoints~3–5 cm typical
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Range & spots
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Overview: about mosquito fish
Tiny aggressive introduced freshwater minnow widespread across southeast Australia. Pest species — does enormous damage to native frogs and fish. Caught only incidentally; must not be relocated.
Biology: Mosquito Fish size, diet & habitat
- Habitat
- Creek, Dam, River
- Typical size
- 3–5 cm (max 7 cm)
- Weight
- 0.001–0.003 kg
- Depth range
- 0–3 m
- Diet
- insects, small invertebrates, frog spawn
- Global range
- Native North America; widely introduced
How to target: Mosquito Fish angling strategies
Generally fished with ultralight tackle — match gear to the conditions and the size of fish you expect.
- minnow trap (must not be relocated)
Best season: when to catch mosquito fish in Australia
No seasonal pattern for mosquito fish yet. Seasons shift with water temperature and local conditions — check state fisheries advice and recent local reports before planning a trip.
Where to catch: mosquito fish fishing spots in Australia
No mapped spots or marks for mosquito fish yet. As waypoints are added that list this species, they'll appear here.