Species
Mosquito Fish
Gambusia holbrooki
Also known as gambusia · plague minnow
Tier 5Eating1/10ultralight tackleNSWVICQLDSAWATASNT
0 waypoints3–5 cm (max 7 cm) typical
Regulations
NSW
| State | Size | Bag |
|---|---|---|
| NSW | — | — |
noxious pest | ||
Regulations change. Always verify with the relevant state fisheries authority before fishing.
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)
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More information: mosquito fish references & sources
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