Archive for the 'Livebearers' Category

01 Jan

Albino Lyretail Molly

The Albino Lyretail Molly requires a tank of at least 30 gallons with algae and plenty of room to swim. The tall dorsal fin of the male will not develop if adequate room is not provided for him to swim. This species should only share a tank with other peaceful fish that prefer hard water […]

01 Jan

Balloon Molly

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The Balloon Molly is a hybrid variation of Poecilia latipinna, the Sailfin Molly. The Balloon Molly prefers a tank of at least 30 gallons with lots of strong plants such as Java fern, Sagittaria, Vallisneria and Anubias. They require a good filtration system because of their hearty appetites. They may pursue their young […]

01 Jan

Black Calico Swordtail

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Swordtails are jumpers, so be sure to provide an adequate cover over the aquarium. Swordtails require a tank of at least 30 gallons that is well-planted with plenty of room for swimming. Males can be aggressive toward one another so care should be taken when housing more than one.
Hi Fin Lyretail Swordtails […]

01 Jan

Black Platy

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Platies are hardy and colorful fish that make a wonderful addition to the passive community aquarium. Platies are easy to breed, and new color varieties are developed through selective breeding programs. In order to reduce aggression among them it is ideal to maintain a small school of 5 or more fish in the […]

01 Jan

Blue Coral Platy

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Platies are hardy and colorful fish that make a wonderful addition to the passive community aquarium. Platies are easy to breed, and new color varieties are developed through selective breeding programs. In order to reduce aggression among them it is ideal to maintain a small school of 5 or more fish in the […]

01 Jan

Calico Platy

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Platies are hardy and colorful fish that make a wonderful addition to the passive community aquarium. Platies are easy to breed, and new color varieties are developed through selective breeding programs. In order to reduce aggression among them it is ideal to maintain a small school of 5 or more fish in the […]

01 Jan

Cobra Guppy

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Cobra Guppies require a tank with at least 20 gallons of water, and are very tolerant of changing tank conditions. Plants should be hardy varieties such as Java Fern and Java Moss that can handle the increased hardness in the tank. Guppies should not be kept with Bettas or other fin-nipping fish, as […]

01 Jan

Dalmatian Molly

The Dalmatian Molly has a black and white body, and is sometimes referred to as the Marbled Molly or Marbled Sailfin Molly. A teaspoon of aquarium salt per gallon is recommended for optimum health.
The Dalmatian Molly prefers a tank of at least 30 gallons, densely planted with plenty of strong plants such as Java fern, […]

01 Jan

Fancy Guppy

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Fancy Guppies require a tank with at least 20 gallons of water, and are very tolerant of changing tank conditions. Plants should be hardy varieties such as Java Fern and Java Moss that can handle the increased hardness in the tank. Guppies should not be kept with Bettas or other fin-nipping fish, as […]

01 Jan

Gold Platy

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Platies are hardy and colorful fish that make a wonderful addition to the passive community aquarium. Platies are easy to breed, and new color varieties are developed through selective breeding programs. In order to reduce aggression among them it is ideal to maintain a small school of 5 or more fish in the […]

01 Jan

Gold Swordtail

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Swordtails are jumpers, so be sure to provide an adequate cover over the aquarium. Swordtails require a tank of at least 30 gallons that is well-planted with plenty of room for swimming. Males can be aggressive toward one another so care should be taken when housing more than one.
Hi Fin Lyretail Swordtails […]

01 Jan

Green Molly

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The Green Molly prefers a tank of at least 30 gallons with lots of strong plants such as Java fern, Sagittaria, Vallisneria and Anubias. Clear water and regular supplies of vegetables are required for optimum development. Requires both meaty foods as well as algae. A separate well-planted tank is the best place for […]

01 Jan

Green Platy

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Platies are hardy and colorful fish that make a wonderful addition to the passive community aquarium. Platies are easy to breed, and new color varieties are developed through selective breeding programs. In order to reduce aggression among them it is ideal to maintain a small school of 5 or more fish in the […]

01 Jan

Green Sailfin Molly

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The Green Sailfin Molly prefers a tank of at least 30 gallons with lots of strong plants such as Java fern, Sagittaria, Vallisneria and Anubias. Clear water and regular supplies of vegetables are required for optimum development. Requires both meaty foods as well as algae. A separate well-planted tank is the best place […]

01 Jan

Green Swordtail

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Swordtails are jumpers, so be sure to provide an adequate cover over the aquarium. Swordtails require a tank of at least 30 gallons that is well-planted with plenty of room for swimming. Males can be aggressive toward one another so care should be taken when housing more than one.
Hi Fin Lyretail Swordtails […]

01 Jan

knife Livebearer

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The common name refers to a keel shape formed by overlapping scales between the vent and tail fin. Requires a well planted tank with good circulation. Compatibility Mix with other community fish which are not too aggressive.
The knife Livebearer will accept flake as well as live and frozen foods. Males have a gonopodium […]

01 Jan

Mosquito Fish

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The Mosquito Fish originates in the backwaters and freshwater ponds of North and Central America. It is an excellent controller of mosquitoes for your outdoor pond. It is in the same family as the common guppy and is very similar in characteristics.
The Mosquito Fish requires a pond of at least 20 gallons […]

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