Aquarium species profile

Platy

Xiphophorus maculatus · Central America (Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras)

Minimum tank10 gal

Adult size2.5"

Care levelEasy

TemperamentPeaceful

Temperature70–80°F

pH range7.0–8.2

Diet

Omnivore – flake food, micro pellets, vegetable matter, frozen brine shrimp

Compatible tank mates

Guppies, Mollies, Swordtails, Corydoras, peaceful tetras

Tank mates to avoid

Fin-nippers, aggressive cichlids

Care notes

Hardy livebearer available in many color morphs (Red Wag, Mickey Mouse, Sunset). Prolific breeder. Keep more females than males.

Check the whole aquarium. Tank size alone does not establish compatibility. Confirm adult size, water overlap, social grouping, territory, diet, and the individual animals before stocking.

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