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Xiphophorus malinche Rauchenberger, Kallman & Morizot, 1990 Highland swordtail |
| Family: | Poeciliidae (Poeciliids), subfamily: Poeciliinae | |||
| Max. size: | 5.5 cm TL (male/unsexed); 5.5 cm (female) | |||
| Environment: | benthopelagic; freshwater | |||
| Distribution: | Central America: Rio Panuco basin in Hidalgo, Mexico. | |||
| Diagnosis: | ||||
| Biology: | Inhabits fast-flowing waters in sandy bottoms with rocks and dense plant growth. | |||
| IUCN Red List Status: | Data deficient (DD); Date assessed: 03 April 2018 Ref. (130435) | |||
| Threat to humans: | harmless | |||