Fin's Fish Guide
The Barred livebearer (Poeciliopsis turrubarensis) is a brackish-water fish of the family Poeciliidae that grows up to 4 cm.
Eastern Pacific of Central America; estuaries, streams and small rivers.
Description
The Turrubares topminnow is a small livebearing fish of the family Poeciliidae from the eastern Pacific of Central America. The species grows to only about 4 cm and inhabits estuaries along the coast, brooks and swift rivers up to about 120 metres elevation. It swims at the surface or just above the bottom in shallow water, over sand or mud. As an omnivore it eats small invertebrates, algae and detritus. Poeciliids are livebearers: fertilisation is internal and the female bears live young. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Barred livebearer?
The Barred livebearer has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a plain pattern. Small ovoviviparous fish of estuaries and coastal streams; gives birth to live young.
Where does the Barred livebearer live?
The Barred livebearer lives in brackish water and is mostly found around mixed bottom. Eastern Pacific of Central America; estuaries, streams and small rivers.
How big does the Barred livebearer get?
The Barred livebearer grows to a maximum of about 4 cm.
Is the Barred livebearer dangerous to humans?
No, the Barred livebearer is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Barred livebearer edible?
The Barred livebearer is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Poeciliopsis
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