How to Identify and Classify Mollies
  • 1. What is the defining characteristic of a mollie's body shape?
A) Round and spherical
B) Flat and pancake-like
C) Elongated and somewhat compressed laterally
D) Square and boxy
  • 2. Mollies belong to which family of fish?
A) Cichlidae
B) Poeciliidae
C) Characidae
D) Cyprinidae
  • 3. What type of environment do mollies typically inhabit in the wild?
A) Exclusively saltwater
B) Exclusively freshwater
C) Arctic waters
D) Brackish and freshwater
  • 4. Which of the following is NOT a common fin type found in mollies?
A) Sailfin dorsal fin
B) Bifurcated tail fin
C) Lyretail tail fin
D) Round tail fin
  • 5. What does the term 'dimorphism' refer to in mollies?
A) Differences in appearance between males and females
B) Differences in coloration between different species
C) Differences in size between juveniles and adults
D) Differences in behavior between different populations
  • 6. How can you typically distinguish a male mollie from a female mollie?
A) Males have a gonopodium
B) Females have a more pointed dorsal fin
C) Females are always larger
D) Males are always more colorful
  • 7. What is a gonopodium?
A) A specialized sensory organ
B) A modified anal fin used for reproduction
C) A defensive spine
D) A type of gill covering
  • 8. What does 'livebearer' mean in the context of fish?
A) The fish is always peaceful
B) The female gives birth to live young
C) The fish lays eggs
D) The fish requires live food
  • 9. What is a common color variation seen in mollies?
A) Black, silver, orange, white
B) Gold, bronze, indigo, violet
C) Purple, green, blue, red
D) Pink, brown, grey, turquoise
  • 10. Which species is most commonly referred to when discussing 'mollies'?
A) Carassius auratus
B) Danio rerio
C) Betta splendens
D) Poecilia latipinna or Poecilia sphenops
  • 11. What is the scientific name for the Sailfin Molly?
A) Poecilia velifera
B) Poecilia sphenops
C) Poecilia reticulata
D) Poecilia latipinna
  • 12. Which characteristic is most pronounced in male Sailfin Mollies?
A) Elongated caudal fin
B) Large dorsal fin
C) Spiked scales
D) Bright coloration
  • 13. What is the scientific name for the Black Molly?
A) Poecilia formosa
B) Poecilia latipinna
C) Poecilia reticulata
D) Poecilia sphenops
  • 14. The Yucatan Molly (Poecilia velifera) is known for its:
A) Exceptionally large dorsal fin
B) Small size
C) Tolerance to very cold water
D) Bright red coloration
  • 15. Which of the following is a hybrid variety of molly?
A) Balloon Molly
B) All of the above are hybrid.
C) Gold Dust Molly
D) Dalmatian Molly
  • 16. What does 'Balloon' in Balloon Molly refer to?
A) The large dorsal fin
B) The rounded body shape
C) The way they swim
D) The color pattern
  • 17. What is the diet of mollies primarily composed of?
A) Algae and plant matter
B) Insects only
C) Exclusively meat-based foods
D) Gravel
  • 18. What is the recommended water temperature range for keeping mollies?
A) 32-40°F (0-4°C)
B) 85-95°F (29-35°C)
C) 60-70°F (15-21°C)
D) 72-82°F (22-28°C)
  • 19. Which water parameter is most important to monitor in a molly tank?
A) Salinity
B) Water Hardness
C) Ammonia and Nitrite
D) Oxygen Level
  • 20. What does it mean if a molly is 'shimmying'?
A) It's a mating behavior
B) It's a sign of stress or illness
C) It's a normal swimming pattern
D) It's a sign it wants food
  • 21. Why is adding aquarium salt sometimes beneficial for mollies?
A) It promotes algae growth
B) It lowers the pH
C) It makes the water clearer
D) It can help prevent diseases and improve osmoregulation
  • 22. What is the gestation period for mollies?
A) Around 180 days
B) Around 7 days
C) Around 28-35 days
D) Around 60 days
  • 23. What is the average lifespan of a molly in captivity?
A) 3-5 years
B) 10-15 years
C) 1-2 years
D) 6 months
  • 24. What is a fry?
A) Adult Fish
B) Fish disease
C) A type of food
D) Baby Fish
  • 25. What should you do with molly fry to increase their chances of survival?
A) Keep them in direct sunlight
B) Expose them to high water flow
C) Overfeed them
D) Separate them from the adults
  • 26. Which plant is suitable for a molly tank?
A) Rose Bush
B) Cactus
C) Poison Ivy
D) Java Moss
  • 27. Which of the following fish are NOT compatible with mollies?
A) Guppies
B) Neon Tetras
C) Corydoras Catfish
D) Aggressive Cichlids
  • 28. What does 'dorsal' refer to on a fish?
A) The top fin
B) The gill covering
C) The tail fin
D) The bottom fin
  • 29. What does it mean if a molly is constantly hiding?
A) It's sleeping
B) It may be stressed or ill
C) It's playing hide-and-seek
D) It's preparing to lay eggs
  • 30. What is the benefit of adding driftwood to a molly tank?
A) It makes the water brighter
B) It adds excessive tannins that can cloud water
C) It increases the water's hardness
D) It provides hiding places and can lower pH slightly.
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