| Family: |
Poeciliidae (Poeciliids), subfamily: Poeciliinae |
| Max. size: |
4.5 cm TL (male/unsexed); 5.5 cm (female) |
| Environment: |
benthopelagic; freshwater; pH range: 7.5; dH range: 10 - 25 |
| Distribution: |
Central America: Rio Atoyac near Chico in Veracruz, Mexico. |
| Diagnosis: |
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| Biology: |
Inhabits fast flowing river with an average depth of 2 m. Occurs with other livebearers, Xiphophorus hellerii and Heterandria jonesi. |
| IUCN Red List Status: |
Endangered (EN); Date assessed: 27 March 2018 (B1ab(iii,v)) Ref. (130435)
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| Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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