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Sulphur Molly

Poecilia sulphuraria

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Actinopterygii ›Order: Cyprinodontiformes ›Family: Poeciliidae ›Genus: Poecilia

About

The sulphur molly (Poecilia sulphuraria), locally known as molly del Teapa, is a critically endangered species of fish in the family Poeciliidae. It is endemic to Mexico, specifically to the Baños del Azufre (Grijalva River basin) near Teapa, Tabasco. The Baños del Azufre are sulfidic springs that contain high concentrations of toxic hydrogen sulfide (H 2S). Poecilia sulphuraria has apparently evolved the ability to tolerate the toxic conditions. A few other Poecilia species are known from

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Sulphur Molly?
The scientific name of Sulphur Molly is Poecilia sulphuraria.
What is the conservation status of Sulphur Molly?
The Sulphur Molly has a conservation status of Endangered.
What kingdom does Sulphur Molly belong to?
Sulphur Molly belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Sulphur Molly belong to?
Sulphur Molly belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Sulphur Molly belong to?
Sulphur Molly belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
What order does Sulphur Molly belong to?
Sulphur Molly belongs to the order Cyprinodontiformes.
What family does Sulphur Molly belong to?
Sulphur Molly belongs to the family Poeciliidae.
What genus does Sulphur Molly belong to?
Sulphur Molly belongs to the genus Poecilia.