Shortfin molly
📖 Overview
Adults occur in warm springs and their effluents, canals and weedy ditches, and stream pools . Food is mainly detritus . Some populations in caves . Migratory behaviour is undetermined .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Shortfin molly is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Shortfin molly is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
28 days after fertilization female gives birth to 30-80 young. Sexual maturity is reached after 7-12 months .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; brackish; benthopelagic; pH range: 7.0 - 7.5; dH range: 20 - 30. Tropical; 22°C - 28°C ; 19°N - 14°N North and Central America: Rio San Juan, Mexico to Guatemala.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🚨 Invasive Species Impact
- competition with native species
- habitat modification
- management and control costs
- fishery impacts in some areas
Prevention of further spread through import bans, targeted removal in sensitive areas.
Monitoring and containment programs in place.
References: Compiled from IUCN Global Invasive Species Database, USGS Nonindigenous Aquatic Species database, and CABI Invasive Species Compendium.
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poecilia cuneata | Garman | 1895 | Synonym |
| Poecilia limantouri | Jordan & Snyder | 1899 | Synonym |
| Poecilia mexicana mexicana | - | - | Synonym |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Shortfin molly.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 216 records indexed .
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