Cuatrocienegas gambusia
📖 Overview
Cuatrocienegas gambusia (Gambusia longispinis), first described by Minckley, 1962 is a small fish in the family Poeciliidae (order Cyprinodontiformes). Adults typically reach 5.00 cm in maximum length. It inhabits freshwater systems including rivers, streams, and lakes. It occurs in Tropical waters. It is broadly omnivorous, taking invertebrates, plant matter, and detritus. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Endangered.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Cuatrocienegas gambusia is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Cuatrocienegas gambusia is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic; pH range: 7.2 - 7.6; dH range: 10 - 25; non-migratory . Tropical; 23°C - 28°C North America: Cuatro Ciénegas basin in northern Mexico.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Cuatrocienegas gambusia.
🔍 Similar Species
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