Gulf gambusia (Gambusia vittata)

Scientific name: Gambusia vittata Hubbs, 1926

The Gulf gambusia (Gambusia vittata) is a freshwater fish of the family Poeciliidae that grows to about 5 cm (2 in). In the aquarium it needs a tank of at least 20 L (5 US gal), water at 22–25°C (72–77°F) and a pH of 6.5–7.8. Native range: Central America, Atlantic side of Mexico.

Gulf gambusia care at a glance

Community tank
Good
Adult size
5 cm (2 in)
Minimum tank
20 L (5 US gal)
Temperature
22–25°C (72–77°F)
pH
6.5–7.8
Diet
Omnivore

Biology

Inhabits flowing waters (such as rivers, streams and the adjacent areas), as well as standing waters. Prefers the deeper water of 1 m or more.

Source: FishBase, licensed CC BY-NC 4.0.

Species facts

Scientific name
Gambusia vittata
Family
Poeciliidae (Poeciliids)
Order
Cyprinodontiformes (Live bearers, Killifishes and Rivulines)
Class
Actinopterygii (Ray-finned fishes)
Maximum length
4.5
Environment
Freshwater;; pH range: 6.5 - 7.8; dH range: ? - 20 benthopelagic
Climate
Tropical
Distribution
Central America: Mexico.
Conservation status (IUCN)
Least Concern (LC)
Threat to humans
Harmless
Resilience
High, minimum population doubling time less than 15 months (Preliminary K or Fecundity.)

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Sources

Taxonomy, distribution and biology data: FishBase (Froese, R. and D. Pauly, eds.), licensed CC BY-NC 4.0. Aquarium care parameters compiled, checked and converted to metric and imperial units by Guppies.za.net.

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