Darkedged splitfin (Girardinichthys multiradiatus)

Scientific name: Girardinichthys multiradiatus Meek, 1904

The Darkedged splitfin (Girardinichthys multiradiatus) is a freshwater fish of the family Goodeidae. In the aquarium it needs water at 12–20°C (54–68°F). Native range: North America, upper Rio Lerma and Zempoala lagoon in Morelos, Mexico.

Darkedged splitfin care at a glance

Temperature: 12–20°C (54–68°F)

Species facts

Scientific name: Girardinichthys multiradiatus
Family: Goodeidae (Splitfins)
Order: Cyprinodontiformes (Live bearers, Killifishes and Rivulines)
Class: Actinopterygii (Ray-finned fishes)
Maximum length: 3.5
Environment: Freshwater;; pH range: 6.0 - 7.5; dH range: ? - 15 demersal
Climate: Temperate
Distribution: North America: upper Rio Lerma and Zempoala lagoon in Morelos, Mexico.
Conservation status (IUCN): Vulnerable (VU) (A2ce, D2)
Threat to humans: Harmless
Uses: Aquarium: commercial
Resilience: Low, minimum population doubling time 4.5 - 14 years (Fec=10-30)