Cuban gambusia
📖 Overview
Inhabits freshwater ponds, lakes and streams. Prefers stagnant or slow-flowing streams, although may occur in mountain streams at elevation up to 600 m. Usually found in schools close to the shore. Carnivorous surface feeder.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Cuban gambusia is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Cuban gambusia is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Cuban gambusia is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Cuban gambusia is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic; pH range: 7.2 - 8.2; dH range: 10 - ?; non-migratory. Tropical; 24°C - 28°C Central America: Cuba.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gambusia finlayi | Santa Maria | 1956 | Heterotypic |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) — 60 records indexed .
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