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The Champoton swordtail (Carlhubbsia kidderi) is a freshwater fish of the family Poeciliidae that grows up to 5 cm.
Central America; flowing and standing waters of the Yucatán Peninsula and surroundings.
Description
Kidder's livebearer is a livebearing toothcarp (Poeciliidae) from clear streams and pools of the Yucatan Peninsula in Central America. The species grows to about 5 cm and has a slender, silvery body with fine markings; males are smaller. The male fertilises the female internally with an anal fin modified into a gonopodium, after which live young are born. As a social fish it snaps at mosquito larvae, small invertebrates and algae. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Champoton swordtail?
The Champoton swordtail has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a plain pattern. Ovoviviparous small toothcarp; males with a rod-shaped gonopodium, data deficient (DD).
Where does the Champoton swordtail live?
The Champoton swordtail lives in fresh water and is mostly found around open water. Central America; flowing and standing waters of the Yucatán Peninsula and surroundings.
How big does the Champoton swordtail get?
The Champoton swordtail grows to a maximum of about 5 cm.
Is the Champoton swordtail dangerous to humans?
No, the Champoton swordtail is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Champoton swordtail edible?
The Champoton swordtail is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Carlhubbsia
More from the family Poeciliidae
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