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