Pecos gambusia
📖 Overview
Pecos gambusia (Gambusia nobilis) is a ray-finned fish of the family Poeciliidae. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 4.8 cm. With a trophic level of 3.2, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Endangered on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Pecos gambusia is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Pecos gambusia is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic; pH range: 7.5 - 8.0; dH range: ? - 30. Subtropical; 24°C - 28°C ; 33°N - 30°N North America: found only in Pecos River system in New Mexico and Texas, USA.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Pecos gambusia |
| 🌍CES | gambusie texaská |
| 🇩🇰Danish | Pecos-moskitofisk |
| 🇫🇮Finnish | Harsomoskiittokala |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heterandria nobilis | Baird & Girard | 1853 | Synonym |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Pecos gambusia.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .
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