Xiphophorus maculatus

GPTKB entity

Statements (54)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:species
gptkbp:aquarium_hobby popular in the aquarium hobby
gptkbp:aquarium_trade popular species
requires a well-planted tank
compatible with peaceful community fish
gptkbp:average_temperature 22-28 ° C
gptkbp:behavior peaceful
used in behavioral studies
gptkbp:body_shape laterally compressed body
gptkbp:breeding_behavior can breed in captivity
males display to attract females
breeding behavior can be observed in community tanks
can breed every 4-6 weeks
can hybridize with other Xiphophorus species
gptkbp:care_instructions fry are small and require fine food
gptkbp:color_variation many color morphs exist
gptkbp:coloration males are more colorful than females
varied, often colorful
females are usually more subdued in color
studied for color genetics
gptkbp:colors includes red, blue, and green morphs
gptkbp:common_name Southern Platyfish
gptkbp:conservation_status gptkb:Least_Concern
gptkbp:diet omnivorous
gptkbp:family gptkb:Poeciliidae
gptkbp:fin_nipping may be prone to fin nipping in crowded tanks
gptkbp:fins rounded dorsal fin
gptkbp:first_described_by Günther
gptkbp:fry_survival high fry survival rate in good conditions
gptkbp:fuel_capacity separate breeding tank recommended
minimum 20 gallons recommended
regular tank maintenance is essential
gptkbp:genetic_diversity high genetic diversity in captive populations
gptkbp:genus gptkb:Xiphophorus
gptkbp:habitat freshwater
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Xiphophorus maculatus
gptkbp:lifespan 3-5 years in captivity
gptkbp:male_to_female_ratio 1:2 recommended
gptkbp:native_to gptkb:North_America
gptkbp:origin Mexico and Central America
gptkbp:p_hlevel 6.5-8.0
gptkbp:predators predated by larger fish
gptkbp:reproduction live-bearing
gptkbp:research subject of various scientific studies
gptkbp:research_importance used in scientific research
gptkbp:size up to 6 cm
gptkbp:social_structure schooling fish
gptkbp:symbiotic_relationships can have symbiotic relationships with certain plants
gptkbp:tail_type forked tail
gptkbp:tank_mates compatible with other small fish
gptkbp:water_quality requires good water quality for health
gptkbp:year 1866
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:swordtails
gptkbp:bfsLayer 6