Golden gambusia
📖 Overview
Golden gambusia (Gambusia aurata), first described by Miller & Minckley, 1970 is a tiny fish in the family Poeciliidae (order Cyprinodontiformes). Adults typically reach 3.00 cm in maximum length. It inhabits freshwater systems including rivers, streams, and lakes. It occurs in Temperate waters. It is broadly omnivorous, taking invertebrates, plant matter, and detritus. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Data Deficient.The species is kept in the aquarium hobby. Care requirements and behaviour align broadly with other Poeciliidae kept in the hobby.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Golden gambusia is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Golden gambusia is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
Gestation period lasts about 28 days. Produces 10 to 15, rarely 20, young.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Temperate; 15°C - 30°C Central America: Mexico.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Gold Gambusia · Golden Gambusia |
| 🌍CES | gambusie zlatá |
| 🇪🇸Spanish | guayacón dorado |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Golden gambusia.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .
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