The Climbing galaxias (Galaxias brevipinnis) is a fish that lives in both fresh and salt water of the family Galaxiidae that grows up to 28 cm.
Description
The climbing galaxias is a galaxiid freshwater fish (Galaxiidae) from New Zealand and southeastern Australia. The species grows to about 28 cm and has an elongate, scaleless, olive-brown body without pelvic fins and is famous for its ability to climb wet rocks and waterfalls using its pectoral and pelvic fins. The larvae often wash to sea and return as juveniles. It eats insects, larvae and small invertebrates. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Climbing galaxias?
The Climbing galaxias has an elongate, eel-like body and is mainly brown.
Where does the Climbing galaxias live?
The Climbing galaxias lives in both fresh and salt water and is mostly found around mixed bottom.
How big does the Climbing galaxias get?
The Climbing galaxias grows to a maximum of about 28 cm. On average the species is around 15 cm.
Is the Climbing galaxias dangerous to humans?
No, the Climbing galaxias is harmless to humans.
Is the Climbing galaxias edible?
Yes, the Climbing galaxias is commonly eaten.
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