| Family: |
Galaxiidae (Galaxiids), subfamily: Galaxiinae |
| Max. size: |
12.2 cm SL (male/unsexed) |
| Environment: |
demersal; freshwater, non-migratory |
| Distribution: |
Oceania: endemic to New Zealand. |
| Diagnosis: |
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| Biology: |
Inhabit ephemeral areas that dry out over summer and autumn months, where they aestivate in damp areas or under tree roots and logs (Ref. 43717). |
| IUCN Red List Status: |
Endangered (EN); Date assessed: 15 July 2014 (B2ab(ii,iii)) Ref. (130435)
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| Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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