Family: |
Galaxiidae (Galaxiids), subfamily: Galaxiinae |
Max. size: |
6.8 cm FL (male/unsexed) |
Environment: |
benthopelagic; freshwater, non-migratory |
Distribution: |
Oceania: endemic to New Zealand. |
Diagnosis: |
Dorsal soft rays (total): 7-8; Anal soft rays: 8-10; Vertebrae: 47-55 |
Biology: |
Spawning occurs from September to December (Ref. 33843). |
IUCN Red List Status: |
Endangered (EN); Date assessed: 30 July 2014 (B2ab(ii,iii)) Ref. (130435)
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Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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