| 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)
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| Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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