Blotched gambusia
📖 Overview
Blotched gambusia (Gambusia senilis), first described by Girard, 1859 is a small fish in the family Poeciliidae (order Cyprinodontiformes). Adults typically reach 5.50 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 Near Threatened.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 Blotched gambusia is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Blotched gambusia is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic; pH range: 7.0 - 7.8; dH range: 5 - 30; non-migratory . Tropical; 21°C - 25°C ; 30°N - 29°N North America: Devils River (Rio Grande drainage), Texas in the USA; and in Mexico.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Blotched gambusia.
🔍 Similar Species
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