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Xiphophorus signum Rosen & Kallman, 1969 |
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photo by
Kaladjian, M. |
| Family: | Poeciliidae (Poeciliids), subfamily: Poeciliinae | |||
| Max. size: | 7.5 cm TL (male/unsexed) | |||
| Environment: | benthopelagic; freshwater; pH range: 7.19999980926514 - 8; dH range: 10 - 20 | |||
| Distribution: | Central America: Rio Chajmaic and Rio de la Pasion basin in Alta Verapaz, Guatemala. | |||
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| Biology: | Inhabits fast-flowing waters that are usually densely vegetated and have a temperature of 25°C. Occasionally occurs with the livebearer Scolichthys iota. Males attain a body length up to 7.5 cm plus 3 to 4 cm for the sword. | |||
| IUCN Red List Status: | Vulnerable (VU); Date assessed: 17 October 2019 (D2) Ref. (130435) | |||
| Threat to humans: | harmless | |||