Galaxias fontanus Fulton, 1978
Swan galaxias
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 Family:  Galaxiidae (Galaxiids), subfamily: Galaxiinae
 Max. size:  13.5 cm SL (male/unsexed)
 Environment:  benthopelagic
 Distribution:  Oceania: known only from the upper Swan River of eastern Tasmania.
 Diagnosis:   
 Biology:  Lives in slow to moderately swift flowing waters situated in dry scrub country; occurring in aggregations usually in rocky pools or along shallow stream margins around log debris. Occurs in gently to moderately flowing water of shallow spring-fed creeks (Ref. 44894). Feeds on insects and their larvae, small crustaceans and algae. A shoal-forming species, particularly when young. The entire life cycle takes place in fresh water. Breeds in its second year during spring. Maximum life span is about 3 years (Ref. 44894).
 IUCN Red List Status: Critically Endangered (B1+2bc) (Ref. 96402)
 Threat to humans:  harmless
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 Entered by: Cruz, Tess - 03.08.92
 Modified by: OrtaƱez, Auda Kareen - 10.07.06
 Checked by: Palomares, Maria Lourdes D. - 25.07.94

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