Monterrey platyfish
📖 Overview
Monterrey platyfish (Xiphophorus couchianus) is a ray-finned fish of the family Poeciliidae. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 4 cm. With a trophic level of 3.1, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Extinct in the Wild on the IUCN Red List. Commercially fished and consumed as food.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Monterrey platyfish is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Monterrey platyfish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic; non-migratory . Tropical; 27°C - 30°C North America: Río San Juan ecoregion in Mexico.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🍽️ Edibility & Flavour
"Monterrey platyfish is an edible species."
- Clear, bright eyes — cloudy eyes indicate age
- Firm flesh that springs back when pressed
- Fresh ocean smell, never strong or ammonia-like
- Bright red or pink gills, not grey or brown
- Shiny, moist skin with scales tightly attached
- Cloudy or sunken eyes
- Strong fishy or ammonia odour
- Soft, mushy flesh that doesn't spring back
- Discoloured or dry flesh
⚡ Nutrition
Detailed nutritional data for Monterrey platyfish is currently being compiled from USDA FoodData Central.
🔬 Mercury Safety
Mercury data for Monterrey platyfish has not yet been assigned. Please consult FDA/EPA guidance for general seafood safety advice.
🌿 Sustainability
🔬 Full Nutritional Profile
Per 100g - Raw, per 100g - Source: USDA FoodData Central templates (generic fish average)
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Monterrey Platyfish · Platy Monterrey |
| 🌍CES | plata Couchova |
| 🇩🇪German | Monterrey-Platy |
| 🇫🇷French | Porte-épée De Monterrey |
| 🇪🇸Spanish | espada de Monterrey · Xifo de Couch |
| 🇨🇳Chinese | 庫舍劍尾魚 |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Limia couchiana | Girard | 1859 | Synonym |
| Platypoecilus couchianus | Girard | 1859 | Synonym |
| Poecilia couchii | Günther | 1866 | Synonym |
| Xiphophorus cochianus | Girard | 1859 | Synonym |
| Xiphophorus conchianus | Girard | 1859 | Synonym |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Monterrey platyfish.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 5 records indexed .
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