Gambusia nobilis (Baird & Girard, 1853) Pecos gambusia |
photo by
Thomas, C. |
Family: | Poeciliidae (Poeciliids), subfamily: Poeciliinae | |||
Max. size: | 4.8 cm TL (male/unsexed) | |||
Environment: | benthopelagic; freshwater; pH range: 7.5 - 8; dH range: 30, non-migratory | |||
Distribution: | North America: found only in Pecos River system in New Mexico and Texas, USA. | |||
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Biology: | Inhabits vegetated springs and effluents. | |||
IUCN Red List Status: | Endangered (EN); Date assessed: 06 February 2012 (B1ab(iii)+2ab(iii)) Ref. (130435) | |||
Threat to humans: | harmless |