Sailfin Molly
Poecilia latipinna
- Group: Other
- Max size: 15 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
The male sailfin molly raises a tall, showy dorsal fin to court females in warm, still creeks, ponds and brackish backwaters. It tolerates a wide range of salinity, from fresh streams to coastal water, and grazes mainly on algae. Hardy and adaptable, it has been moved well beyond its native range and can turn invasive.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Cyprinodontiformes › Poeciliidae › Poecilia
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 275348.
FAQ
- Is the Sailfin Molly dangerous to divers?
- The Sailfin Molly is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Sailfin Molly get?
- The Sailfin Molly grows to about 15 cm.