Species
Swan Galaxias
Galaxias fontanus
Tier 5Eating5/10ultralight tackleEndangeredTAS
0 waypoints10–14 cm (max 16 cm) typical
Regulations
TAS
| State | Size | Bag |
|---|---|---|
| TAS | — | — |
protected | ||
Regulations change. Always verify with the relevant state fisheries authority before fishing.
Overview: about swan galaxias
Critically Endangered native freshwater fish endemic to a handful of TAS streams. No-take protected species — release immediately if encountered. Threatened by trout predation.
Biology: Swan Galaxias size, diet & habitat
- Habitat
- Creek, River
- Typical size
- 10–14 cm (max 16 cm)
- Weight
- 0.02–0.05 kg
- Depth range
- 0–2 m
- Diet
- insects
- Global range
- Tasmania
How to target: Swan Galaxias angling strategies
Generally fished with ultralight tackle — match gear to the conditions and the size of fish you expect.
- release-only
Conservation
IUCN: Endangered
Recent community catches: anglers who caught swan galaxias
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More information: swan galaxias references & sources
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