Aquarist Species:  Xiphophorus milleri

Aquarist: thopson

Species Profile: Xiphophorus milleri

Description:   Livebearer native to Mexico. Found mainly in very shallow tributaries and lake-edge inlets, sometimes forming large aggregations.

Category:   Livebearers

Global Region:   North America

Distribution:   Mexico

CARES Classification:   Near Threatened

Aquarist Notes

Genetic Line:   Aquarium Strain

Year Acquired:   2026

Acquired five Xiphophorus milleri at the KWAS Oktoberfish auction on October 25, 2026. Exact collection locality and genetic lineage unknown. Acquired for species maintenance and potential conservation breeding. Intend to establish a dedicated planted, Walstad-style breeding aquarium and maintain the species separately from other Xiphophorus to preserve genetic integrity.