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The Toothy Topminnow (Girardinus denticulatus) is a freshwater fish of the family Poeciliidae that grows up to 5 cm.
Description
The toothy girardinus is a small livebearer of the family Poeciliidae, endemic to Cuba. The species is small and has a slender body; like all poeciliids the female bears live young and the male has an anal fin modified into a gonopodium for internal fertilisation. It inhabits ponds, lakes and streams but prefers clear, sluggish streams. On the bottom it feeds on aquatic vegetation, diatoms, algae and insect larvae. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Toothy Topminnow?
The Toothy Topminnow has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a plain pattern. Ovoviviparous with a gonopodium; endemic Cuban small fish of clear streams.
Where does the Toothy Topminnow live?
The Toothy Topminnow lives in fresh water and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Endemic to Cuba; ponds, lakes and clear slow streams.
How big does the Toothy Topminnow get?
The Toothy Topminnow grows to a maximum of about 5 cm.
Is the Toothy Topminnow dangerous to humans?
No, the Toothy Topminnow is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Toothy Topminnow edible?
The Toothy Topminnow is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Girardinus
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