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Xyphophorus

Xyphophorus

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Small freshwater fish that give birth to live young and are kept in aquariums like swordtails and platies
  • noun
  • /ˌzɪfoʊˈfɔrəs/
  • Specialized
: Xyphophorus
  • The genus Xyphophorus includes both swordtails and platies, which are popular aquarium fish.

Examples

  • Researchers study Xyphophorus species to understand genetics and behavioral ecology.

  • The Xyphophorus is a colorful fish often kept in aquariums.

  • Many aquarists keep Xyphophorus in their community tanks due to their peaceful temperament.

  • Many aquarists enjoy breeding Xyphophorus species.

  • Many aquarists keep Xyphophorus in their community tanks due to their peaceful temperament.

  • Researchers study Xyphophorus species to understand their genetics and behavior in freshwater environments.

  • The genus Xyphophorus includes both swordtails and platies, which are popular among aquarium enthusiasts.

Synonyms

genus Xiphophorus
vsXyphophorus
  • Specialized
9.6

A group of small freshwater fish from Central America like swordtails and platies kept in aquariums

is the scientific genus covering live bearing species across North and Central America

Surface Forms

Xyphophorus singular
Xyphophorus plural
Xyphophori plural

Etymology

Xyphophorus comes from old Greek parts: xypho- meaning 'sword' and -phorus meaning 'to carry'. So the name means 'sword-bearer', which fits this group of small freshwater fish because some species have a long, sword-like tail called a swordtail.