Highland swordtail
Xiphophorus malinche
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Freshwater
Longueur maximale
5,5 cm
Famille
Overview
Highland swordtail (Xiphophorus malinche) is a freshwater fish of the family Poeciliidae (Livebearers), in the order Cyprinodontiformes. Maximum recorded length is 5.5 cm.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 5,5 cm |
Habitat & Distribution
Type d'eau
Freshwater
Taxonomy
| Ordre | Cyprinodontiformes (Live-bearers and killifish) |
| Famille | Poeciliidae (Livebearers) |
| Espèces | Xiphophorus malinche |
Foire aux questions
How big does Highland swordtail get?
Highland swordtail can grow up to 5.5 cm long.
What family does Highland swordtail belong to?
Highland swordtail (Xiphophorus malinche) belongs to the family Poeciliidae (Livebearers) in the order Cyprinodontiformes (Live-bearers and killifish).
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