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Ameca splendens

Aquarist: RJRego

Species: Ameca splendens

Common Name:   Butterfly Splitfin

 

Description

The Butterfly Splitfin is a critically endangered species native to the state of Jalisco in Mexico. It is named after the Rio Ameca.

Category:   Livebearers

Global Region:   Central America

Distribution:   Mexico

CARES Status:   Critically Endangered

 

Aquarist Notes

Genetic Line:   Aquarium Strain

Year Acquired:   2024

Currently keeping one colony

Species Spawned:   Yes

Colony breeding is most successful for me

Have Reared Fry?   Yes

Raised in colony aquarium