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