Live-bearer (Noun)
Meaning
Small usually brightly-colored viviparous surface-feeding fishes of fresh or brackish warm waters; often used in mosquito control.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The guppy is a well-known live-bearer often kept as a pet in aquariums due to its small size and vibrant colors.
- Live-bearers are commonly released into mosquito-breeding areas in a bid to combat mosquito populations naturally.
- The mollies and guppies are also popular live-bearers in the aquarium trade and are relatively easy to care for.
- As live-bearers give live birth instead of laying eggs, they provide an interesting and unique experience for aquarium hobbyists.
- Sailfin molly and guppy are some examples of live-bearers that can thrive in brackish water environments.