| |
Xiphophorus hellerii 'red' is kept in next tanks: Tank No. 272, Tank No. 522, Tank No. 125, Tank No. 1465, Tank No. 1029, Tank No. 1545, Tank No. 1549, Tank No. 1826, Tank No. 1970, Tank No. 2014, Tank No.
Swordtail (Xiphophorus hellerii)
Photo of: Swordtail (Xiphophorus hellerii) ...
There is much to share about the Xiphophorus hellerii (swordtail). The swordtail is a peaceful species and is desirable in the community tank. The male will reach 7-10 cm (including sword) and the female 7-10 cm.
"Xiphophorus hellerii". FishBase. Ed. Ranier Froese and Daniel Pauly. October 2004 version. N.p.: FishBase, 2004.
Xiphophorus hellerii (TSN 647013). Integrated Taxonomic Information System. Accessed on 9 December 2004.
[edit] References ...
The swordtail (Xiphophorus hellerii) is a popular live-bearer that gets its name from the males' distinctive, elongated tailfin, which appears sharp and pointed. Various types are available, including the green, red, red wag and pineapple swordtails.
Xiphophorus hellerii, the green swordtail, is the type species of this genus that includes 28 species native to areas of Belize, Guatemala, Honduras and (primarily) Mexico. Most aquarium fish have been developed from three species, X.
 See also: Swordtail, Fish, Species, Water, Platy
|
