Shortjaw Kokopu

 With a slightly pointed head, undercut jaw and oddly 'doleful' eyes (seriously!) the Shortjaw kokopu is a brownish/olivish, sometime with orange tinting and indistinct mottling colour.  Commonly reaches 15 - 20cm but may reach up to 35cm.

Scientific Name
Galaxias postvectis
Habitat
With records on this fish a little sparse this fish may have a wider distribution than currently known - found in many areas of the North Island and mostly the West Coast of the South Island, in pools in bouldery, forested strea,s/
Tank Age/Maturity
Minimum recommended tank size footprint of 120cm x 60cm.
Threatened Species
6. Sparse
Marine Stage
Yes - can landlock
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