Statements (57)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:species
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| gptkbp:aquarium_trade |
easy to care for
popular species compatible with many species curious and interactive beneficial for hiding spots monitor for signs of stress |
| gptkbp:average_temperature |
22 to 28 ° C
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| gptkbp:behavior |
active swimmers
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| gptkbp:breeding_behavior |
frequent breeders
livebearer fry are independent selective breeding used high success rate with proper care |
| gptkbp:breeding_season |
year-round in optimal conditions
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| gptkbp:breeding_tank_setup |
separate breeding tank recommended
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| gptkbp:care_instructions |
requires special care
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| gptkbp:color_variation |
various patterns
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| gptkbp:coloration |
varied colors
brighter than females more subdued can change with mood |
| gptkbp:colors |
various color morphs available
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| gptkbp:common_name |
Mickey Mouse Platy
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| gptkbp:community |
suitable for community tanks
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| gptkbp:conservation_status |
gptkb:Least_Concern
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| gptkbp:death |
high in good conditions
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| gptkbp:diet |
omnivorous
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| gptkbp:difficulty |
soft to hard water
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| gptkbp:distribution |
Mexico to Honduras
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| gptkbp:family |
gptkb:Poeciliidae
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| gptkbp:first_described_by |
Günther in 1866
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| gptkbp:foraging_behavior |
high-quality flakes and live food
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| gptkbp:fuel_capacity |
minimum 20 gallons
requires regular maintenance planted tanks preferred |
| gptkbp:genetic_diversity |
high genetic diversity
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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 variatus
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| gptkbp:lifespan |
3 to 5 years
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| gptkbp:male_to_female_ratio |
1:2 recommended
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| gptkbp:mating_system |
courtship displays observed
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| gptkbp:members |
establishes hierarchy
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| gptkbp:native_to |
gptkb:Central_America
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| gptkbp:p_hlevel |
6.5 to 8.0
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| gptkbp:predators |
larger fish species
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| gptkbp:reproduction |
gptkb:sexual_reproduction
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| gptkbp:research_importance |
model organism for genetics
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| gptkbp:size |
up to 5 cm
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| gptkbp:social_behavior |
schooling fish
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| gptkbp:symbiotic_relationships |
none known
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| gptkbp:tank_mates |
peaceful fish
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| gptkbp:water_quality |
requires good water quality
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| gptkbp:water_resistance |
regular water changes needed
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| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:swordtails
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| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
6
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