Nail toothcarp
📖 Overview
Nail toothcarp (Neoheterandria tridentiger) is a ray-finned fish of the family Poeciliidae. It inhabits freshwater waters in pelagic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 2.5 cm. With a trophic level of 3, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Nail toothcarp is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Nail toothcarp is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
Gestation period is about 24 days. Produces 10 to 30 young.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; pelagic. Tropical; 24°C - 28°C Central America: Toro Point, Fort Sherman, Canal Zone and Rio Chame and Rio Arrijan, Panama.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Nail Toothcarp · Toothy Teddy |
| 🌍CES | novoheterandrie zoubkatá |
| 🇪🇸Spanish | Olomina |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gambusia tridentiger | Garman | 1895 | Synonym |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Nail toothcarp.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 3 records indexed .
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