Species
Mountain Galaxias
Galaxias olidus
Tier 5Eating5/10ultralight tackleNSWVICSAACT
0 waypoints~6–12 cm typical
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Overview: about mountain galaxias
Small native upland Australian galaxiid of cool clear creeks and headwaters in southeast Australia. Critical natural prey for trout; itself a sometimes-protected species. Mostly released.
Biology: Mountain Galaxias size, diet & habitat
- Habitat
- Creek, River
- Typical size
- 6–12 cm (max 15 cm)
- Weight
- 0.01–0.04 kg
- Depth range
- 0–2 m
- Diet
- insects
- Global range
- Southeast Australia
How to target: Mountain Galaxias angling strategies
Generally fished with ultralight tackle — match gear to the conditions and the size of fish you expect.
- mostly incidental capture
Best season: when to catch mountain galaxias in Australia
No seasonal pattern for mountain galaxias yet. Seasons shift with water temperature and local conditions — check state fisheries advice and recent local reports before planning a trip.
Where to catch: mountain galaxias fishing spots in Australia
No mapped spots or marks for mountain galaxias yet. As waypoints are added that list this species, they'll appear here.