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Fundulus similis (Baird & Girard, 1853) Longnose killifish |
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photo by
Christie, B.L. |
| Family: | Fundulidae (Topminnows and killifishes) | |||
| Max. size: | 12 cm TL (male/unsexed) | |||
| Environment: | benthopelagic; marine, non-migratory | |||
| Distribution: | Western Atlantic: southeastern Florida (including Keys) in USA. This species requires a new scientific name, since Fundulus similis is correctly a synonym of Fundulus majalis, having been based on the Gulf population of that species. | |||
| Diagnosis: | Dorsal soft rays (total): 12-13 | |||
| Biology: | Commonly found around mangroves and on tidal flats where vegetation is sparse and short (Ref. 5723). Not a seasonal killifish. Is difficult to maintain in aquarium (Ref. 27139). | |||
| IUCN Red List Status: | Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 18 January 2019 Ref. (130435) | |||
| Threat to humans: | harmless | |||