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The Baja California killifish (Fundulus lima) is a freshwater fish of the family Fundulidae that grows up to 10 cm.
Description
The Baja California killifish is a small killifish endemic to fresh water of oases and springs of the Baja California peninsula in Mexico. The species grows to about 10 cm and has a slender, olive-grey body with fine dark accents. It lives in isolated spring pools, streams and oasis ponds and feeds on insect larvae, small zooplankton and algae. Owing to drying and introduced species the species has declined sharply. The IUCN assesses it as Endangered (EN).
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Baja California killifish?
The Baja California killifish has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly brown and shows a plain pattern. Inhabitant of isolated spring pools; endangered oasis killifish
Where does the Baja California killifish live?
The Baja California killifish lives in fresh water and is mostly found around mixed bottom. Baja California (endemic)
How big does the Baja California killifish get?
The Baja California killifish grows to a maximum of about 10 cm.
Is the Baja California killifish dangerous to humans?
No, the Baja California killifish is harmless to humans. This species is harmless to humans. No specific first aid is needed. Still handle the fish with care: mind the fin rays and the sharp edges of the gill cover, and rinse any scratch with clean water and cover it. For a dirty or deep wound check tetanus status.
Is the Baja California killifish edible?
The Baja California killifish is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Fundulus
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