Xiphophorus mixei
Xiphophorus mixei Kallman, Walter, Morizot & Kazianis, 2004
Mixe swordtail


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Family:  Poeciliidae (Poeciliids), subfamily: Poeciliinae
Max. size:  3.9 cm SL (male/unsexed)
Environment:  pelagic; freshwater
Distribution:  North America: Mexico.
Diagnosis:  A small to medium-sized swordtail species characterized by a short sword (index 0.06); 1 or 2 orange lateral stripes and black spots at the base of the caudal fin (Ref. 52914).
Biology: 
IUCN Red List Status: Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. (130435)
Threat to humans:  harmless


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