Soconusco gambusia
📖 Overview
Soconusco gambusia (Brachyrhaphis hartwegi) is a ray-finned fish of the family Poeciliidae. It inhabits freshwater waters in pelagic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 3.5 cm. With a trophic level of 3.4, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Soconusco gambusia is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Soconusco gambusia is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Soconusco gambusia is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Every 28 days, female gives birth to 10-20 young.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; pelagic; pH range: 7.0 - 7.5; dH range: ? - 5; non-migratory. Tropical; 24°C - 28°C Central America: Mexico to Guatemala.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Soconusco Gambusia |
| 🌍CES | gambusenka Hartwegova |
| 🇩🇰Danish | Hartwegs tandkarpe |
| 🇵🇹Portuguese | Barrigudinho-de-Hartweg |
| 🇪🇸Spanish | guayacón de Soconusco · guayacón del Soconusco |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 4 records indexed .
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