Gulf gambusia
📖 Overview
Inhabits flowing waters (such as rivers, streams and the adjacent areas), as well as standing waters. Prefers the deeper water of 1 m or more.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Gulf gambusia is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Gulf gambusia is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
Gestation period is 6 weeks. Female gives birth to 15-30 young. Sexual maturity is reached between third and fourth months.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic; pH range: 6.5 - 7.8; dH range: ? - 20. Tropical; 24°C - 28°C Central America: Mexico.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Gulf Gambusia |
| 🌍CES | gambusie černopruhá |
| 🇪🇸Spanish | Guayacon de Victoria |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flexipenis vittata | Hubbs | 1926 | Synonym |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Gulf gambusia.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 58 records indexed .
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