Poecilia velifera
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Fish Preservation Initiative
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This species is part of the CARES preservation program - a global initiative focused on captive breeding and preservation of at-risk fish species.
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Hobbyists play a critical role in conservation by maintaining breeding populations of threatened species in aquariums.
IUCN Status:
Vulnerable
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Poecilia velifera
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Vulnerable
IUCN Red List Status
Faces a high risk of extinction in the wild.
Last assessed:
10/29/2025
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