Mosquito Fish Care Guide
Gambusia affinis
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Bioload Score
1000
PeacefulEasyFreshwater
- Max Size
- 7.0 cm / 2.8"
- Temperature
- 10–29°C (50–85°F)
- pH Range
- 6.7 – 8.0
- Min Tank Size
- 40L (11 gal)
- Min Group Size
- 10 fish
- Tank Level
- Bottom-Mid
- Origin
- North America
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Breeding Difficulty
- Easy
Diet
Omnivorous; mainly feeds on small insects and larvae.
Community Compatibility
Ideal for ponds or community tanks, known for consuming mosquito larvae.
Good to Know
Mosquito Fish are hardy and adaptable, often used in ponds to control mosquito populations naturally.
Gender Differences
Females are larger and less colorful.
Stock Mosquito Fish in Your Tank
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