Michoacan livebearer
📖 Overview
Michoacan livebearer (Poeciliopsis scarlli), first described by Meyer, Riehl, Dawes & Dibble, 1985 is a tiny fish in the family Poeciliidae (order Cyprinodontiformes). Adults typically reach 3.00 cm in maximum length. It inhabits freshwater systems including rivers, streams, and lakes. It occurs in Tropical waters. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Data Deficient.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 Michoacan livebearer is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Michoacan livebearer is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
Gives birth to 10-20 young after a gestation period of about 28 days.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical; 23°C - 30°C Central America: Guerrero and Michoacan, Mexico.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Michoacan livebearer.
🔍 Similar Species
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