Picotee livebearer
📖 Overview
Picotee livebearer (Phallichthys fairweatheri) 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 3.8 cm. With a trophic level of 2.2, it is an omnivore, consuming both plant and animal matter. It is assessed as Data Deficient on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Picotee livebearer is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Picotee livebearer is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
After 24 day gestation, 10 to 40 young are produced.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; pelagic; pH range: 6.5 - 8.0; dH range: 15 - 25. Tropical; 24°C - 28°C Central America: Mexico to Guatemala and Honduras.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Picotee livebearer.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 20 records indexed .
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