The Ten spotted live-bearer (Cnesterodon decemmaculatus) is a brackish-water fish of the family Poeciliidae that grows up to 4 cm.
Description
The tenspot livebearer is a small livebearer (Poeciliidae) from southern South America. The species is small and has a silvery body with a row of dark spots on the flank, to which the name refers; males are smaller and have a gonopodium for internal fertilisation. It inhabits calm, shallow waters such as ditches, pools and slow-flowing streams. As an omnivore it feeds on mosquito larvae, small zooplankton, algae and detritus. The female bears live young. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Ten spotted live-bearer?
The Ten spotted live-bearer has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a spots pattern.
Where does the Ten spotted live-bearer live?
The Ten spotted live-bearer lives in brackish water and is mostly found around mixed bottom.
How big does the Ten spotted live-bearer get?
The Ten spotted live-bearer grows to a maximum of about 4 cm.
Is the Ten spotted live-bearer dangerous to humans?
No, the Ten spotted live-bearer is harmless to humans.
Is the Ten spotted live-bearer edible?
The Ten spotted live-bearer is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Cnesterodon
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