Forlon gambusia
📖 Overview
Forlon gambusia (Gambusia regani), first described by Hubbs, 1926 is a tiny fish in the family Poeciliidae (order Cyprinodontiformes). Adults typically reach 3.50 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 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 Forlon gambusia is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Forlon gambusia is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
After about 24 days gestation, female gives birth to 10-20 young. Sexual maturity is reached after three months .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic; pH range: 6.5 - 7.8; dH range: ? - 25. Tropical; 22°C - 28°C Central America: Tamaulipas, Mexico.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Forlon gambusia |
| 🌍CES | gambusie Reganova |
| 🇩🇰Danish | Regans moskitofisk |
| 🇵🇱Polish | Gambuzja Regana |
| 🇪🇸Spanish | guayacón del Forlón |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Forlon gambusia.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 7 records indexed .
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