Species
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Gambusia (Gambusia affinis)
| Synonyms: | Western Mosquitofish |
| Stats: |
Adult Size: 1
1/2" (4 cm) Temp: 55-85 F (12-29 C) Tank: 24" (60 cm) minimum |
| Requirements: | Cover is appreciated, these fish can be very jumpy. |
| Diet: | Not picky, will eat just about anything, but a good mosquito larvae eater for ponds. |
| Breeding: | No harder than guppies, just need males and females, cover plants for the young would also make it easier. |
| Sociability: | Can be kept in groups. Less males than females like most livebearers. |
| Related Spec: | ... |
| Special Info: | These fish are very rarely seen as a pet fish up for sale, more commonly seen as a cleaner fish for ponds. |
