Robust gambusia
📖 Overview
Robust gambusia (Gambusia marshi), first described by Minckley & Craddock, 1962 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 Tropical waters. It is broadly omnivorous, taking invertebrates, plant matter, and detritus. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Least Concern.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 Robust gambusia is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Robust gambusia is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; brackish; benthopelagic; pH range: 6.5 - 8.0; dH range: 5 - 25; non-migratory. Tropical; 22°C - 26°C North America: Northeastern Mexico.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | robust gambusia |
| 🌍CES | gambusie Marshova |
| 🇩🇰Danish | Marshs moskitofisk |
| 🇪🇸Spanish | guayacón de los Nadadores · guayacón de Nadadores |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gambusia marschi | Minckley & Craddock | 1962 | Synonym |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Robust gambusia.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 3 records indexed .
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