Girardinus denticulatus Garman, 1895
Toothy topminnow
photo by Slaboch, R.

Family:  Poeciliidae (Poeciliids), subfamily: Poeciliinae
Max. size:  5 cm SL (male/unsexed); 9.3 cm SL (female)
Environment:  demersal; freshwater; pH range: 6.80000019073486 - 7.5; dH range: 5 - 10, non-migratory
Distribution:  Central America: Cuba.
Diagnosis:   
Biology:  Inhabits ponds, lakes and streams but prefers clear sluggish streams. Feeds on the bottom on aquatic vegetation, diatoms, algae and insect larvae.
IUCN Red List Status: Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 30 April 2020 Ref. (130435)
Threat to humans:  harmless


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