Xiphophorus malinche Rauchenberger, Kallman & Morizot, 1990
Highland swordtail

Family:  Poeciliidae (Poeciliids), subfamily: Poeciliinae
Max. size:  5.5 cm TL (male/unsexed); 5.5 cm (female)
Environment:  benthopelagic; freshwater
Distribution:  Central America: Rio Panuco basin in Hidalgo, Mexico.
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Biology:  Inhabits fast-flowing waters in sandy bottoms with rocks and dense plant growth.
IUCN Red List Status: Data deficient (DD); Date assessed: 03 April 2018 Ref. (130435)
Threat to humans:  harmless
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