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The Tiburon Peninsula limia (Limia dominicensis) is a freshwater fish of the family Poeciliidae that grows up to 3 cm.
Description
The Tiburon limia is a livebearing toothcarp (Poeciliidae) from the island of Hispaniola in the Caribbean. The species is small; the male is smaller and possesses an anal fin modified into a mating organ (gonopodium). Unlike egg-laying fishes the female gives birth to live young. It prefers small, shallow flowing waters and adjacent marshy, heavily vegetated parts. It feeds on algae, detritus and small invertebrates. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Tiburon Peninsula limia?
The Tiburon Peninsula limia has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a plain pattern. Ovoviviparous; male with a gonopodium, endemic to Hispaniola.
Where does the Tiburon Peninsula limia live?
The Tiburon Peninsula limia lives in fresh water and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Hispaniola; small shallow flowing waters and swamps.
How big does the Tiburon Peninsula limia get?
The Tiburon Peninsula limia grows to a maximum of about 3 cm.
Is the Tiburon Peninsula limia dangerous to humans?
No, the Tiburon Peninsula limia is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Tiburon Peninsula limia edible?
The Tiburon Peninsula limia is not usually eaten.
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