Western mosquitofish
A species of Topminnows, Also known as Live-bearing tooth-carp Scientific name : Gambusia affinis Genus : Topminnows
Western mosquitofish, A species of Topminnows
Also known as:
Live-bearing tooth-carp
Botanical name: Gambusia affinis
Genus: Topminnows
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Description
Western mosquitofish feeds on the larvae of mosquitos and other freshwater insects, hence its common English name. Often imported and stocked for mosquito control, western mosquitofish has been established outside its native range, but its invasive tendencies towards the domestic fish populations in non-native habitats cause great ecological concerns. Used as a feeder fish in the aquarium trade.
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Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Fish Order
Cyprinodontiforms Family
Livebearers Genus
Topminnows Species
Western mosquitofish 
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