Statements (54)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:species
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| gptkbp:aquarium_hobby |
popular in the aquarium hobby
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| gptkbp:aquarium_trade |
popular species
requires a well-planted tank compatible with peaceful community fish |
| gptkbp:average_temperature |
22-28 ° C
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| gptkbp:behavior |
peaceful
used in behavioral studies |
| gptkbp:body_shape |
laterally compressed body
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| 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
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| gptkbp:color_variation |
many color morphs exist
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| 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
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| gptkbp:common_name |
Southern Platyfish
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| gptkbp:conservation_status |
gptkb:Least_Concern
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| gptkbp:diet |
omnivorous
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| gptkbp:family |
gptkb:Poeciliidae
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| gptkbp:fin_nipping |
may be prone to fin nipping in crowded tanks
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| gptkbp:fins |
rounded dorsal fin
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| gptkbp:first_described_by |
Günther
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| gptkbp:fry_survival |
high fry survival rate in good conditions
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| 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
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| gptkbp:genus |
gptkb:Xiphophorus
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| gptkbp:habitat |
freshwater
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| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Xiphophorus maculatus
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| gptkbp:lifespan |
3-5 years in captivity
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| gptkbp:male_to_female_ratio |
1:2 recommended
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| gptkbp:native_to |
gptkb:North_America
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| gptkbp:origin |
Mexico and Central America
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| gptkbp:p_hlevel |
6.5-8.0
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| gptkbp:predators |
predated by larger fish
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| gptkbp:reproduction |
live-bearing
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| gptkbp:research |
subject of various scientific studies
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| gptkbp:research_importance |
used in scientific research
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| gptkbp:size |
up to 6 cm
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| gptkbp:social_structure |
schooling fish
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| gptkbp:symbiotic_relationships |
can have symbiotic relationships with certain plants
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| gptkbp:tail_type |
forked tail
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| gptkbp:tank_mates |
compatible with other small fish
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| gptkbp:water_quality |
requires good water quality for health
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| gptkbp:year |
1866
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| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:swordtails
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| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
6
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