The Eastern mosquitofish is a small freshwater fish known for its adaptability and resilience. Typically measuring 1-2 inches in length and weighing less than 0.1 pounds, it features a streamlined body and a rounded tail. Its diet primarily consists of mosquito larvae and small invertebrates. Found in ponds and streams, it exhibits schooling behavior and thrives in a variety of aquatic habitats. This summary is AI generated
Water type
IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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Eastern mosquitofish
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Eastern mosquitofish
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Eastern mosquitofish
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Eastern mosquitofish
length · weight
Eastern mosquitofish
length · weight
Eastern mosquitofish
length · weight
Eastern mosquitofish
length · weight
Eastern mosquitofish
length · weight
Eastern mosquitofish
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