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Girardinus metallicus Poey, 1854 Metallic livebearer |
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| Family: | Poeciliidae (Poeciliids), subfamily: Poeciliinae | |||
| Max. size: | 5 cm TL (male/unsexed); 9 cm TL (female) | |||
| Environment: | demersal; freshwater; pH range: 6 - 8; dH range: 9 - 19, non-migratory | |||
| Distribution: | Central America: Cuba. | |||
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| Biology: | Inhabits ponds, lakes and streams. Prefers clear, stagnant or very sluggish water. Feeds on diatoms, algae, detritus, insect larvae and aquatic vegetation. | |||
| IUCN Red List Status: | Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 01 May 2020 Ref. (130435) | |||
| Threat to humans: | harmless | |||