Cali toothcarp
📖 Overview
Cali toothcarp (Priapichthys caliensis), first described by Eigenmann & Henn, 1916 is a tiny fish in the family Poeciliidae (order Cyprinodontiformes). Adults typically reach 2.80 cm in maximum length. It inhabits freshwater systems including rivers, streams, and lakes. It occurs in Tropical waters. It is broadly omnivorous, taking invertebrates, plant matter, and detritus. 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 Cali toothcarp is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Cali toothcarp is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical South America: Colombia.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Cali Toothcarp |
| 🌍CES | třpytilka kalijská |
| 🇪🇸Spanish | bobo |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alloheterandria caliensis | Eigenmann & Henn | 1916 | Synonym |
| Gambusia caliensis | Eigenmann & Henn | 1916 | Synonym |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Cali toothcarp.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 4 records indexed .
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