Английская Википедия:Dusky millions fish
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The dusky millions fish, speckled mosquitofish or the one-spot livebearer (Phalloceros caudimaculatus) is a species of fish native eastern and southern Brazil, northern Argentina, Uruguay and Paraguay.[1] It has also been introduced to Australia, Malawi and New Zealand; primarily for mosquito control, but also as escapees from the aquarium trade.[1] It has been reported as having adverse ecological effects in areas where it has been introduced.[1] The females of this species grow to a total length of Шаблон:Convert, while males remain smaller.[1]
Origins
This species originated in South America.[2] It is mainly a freshwater fish and thrives best in areas with weak water flow.[2] However, it is extremely adaptable and can thrive in a multitude of altered environments.[2] For example, although it prefers temperatures between Шаблон:Convert, it can survive up to Шаблон:Convert[3] and down to Шаблон:Convert.[2] The species also has a high fecundity.[4]
The dusky millions fish was one of the first species in its family, the Poeciliidae to be bred for aquarium usage.[2] Ecologists also attempted to use the fish as a mosquito control; however, the mosquito fish's diverse diet affected its efficacy as a control species.[2] The mosquito fish can eat a range of different organisms, including algae.[2]
Role as an invasive species
The dusky millions fish was introduced to a variety of ecosystems both by aquarium keepers and as mosquito pest control.[2] The NSW area of Australia has been affected the most by its presence.[2] It reproduces and spreads well in the winter when there is a larger flow of water.[2] Australian ecologists have tried to contain this spread by killing them with rotenone; however, the infestation persists.[2] This species is most likely to be found in shallow areas with varying levels of vegetation, such as local ponds.[4]
The ecological impact of the dusky millions fish in Australia is pronounced. Its diet has affected populations of both native and non-native fish.[4] An example would be the non-native species Gambusia holbrooki.[4] It has similar features as the dusky millions fish, such as a high reproductive rate and use for mosquito control.[4] However, its population in Australia has diminished since the introduction of the dusky millions fish.[4] Furthermore, this dusky millions fish has also affected the food chain, as they have become prey for native bird species.[4]
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- Poeciliidae
- Freshwater fish of South America
- Freshwater fish of Argentina
- Freshwater fish of Brazil
- Fish of Paraguay
- Fish of Uruguay
- Fish described in 1868
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