Collection: Platies

Assorted Platy (Xiphophorus maculatus)

The Assorted Platy (Xiphophorus maculatus) is a vibrant and hardy freshwater fish, available in a dazzling array of colors and patterns. Known for their peaceful temperament and ease of care, Platies are ideal for community aquariums and perfect for beginners and experienced aquarists alike. Their active nature and striking appearance make them a wonderful addition to any freshwater setup.

Product Details

• Species: Xiphophorus maculatus
• Common Names: Platy, Moonfish
• Origin: Central America
• Diet: Omnivore
• Maximum Size: 5–7 cm (2–2.5 inches)
• Temperament: Peaceful
• Care Level: Easy

Care Guidelines

Aquarium Setup:
Platies thrive in tanks of at least 40 liters with live plants, rocks, and decorations to create hiding spots and enrich their environment. They prefer calm water with gentle filtration. Their vibrant colors stand out beautifully in well-planted tanks with a dark substrate.

Water Parameters:

• Temperature: 20°C – 26°C
• pH Range: 7.0 – 8.0
• Water Hardness: Moderately hard to hard (10 – 20 dGH)

Diet:
Platies are omnivores and thrive on a varied diet. Offer high-quality flakes or pellets as a staple, supplemented with live or frozen foods such as brine shrimp, daphnia, and bloodworms. Include plant-based foods like spirulina or blanched vegetables (e.g., spinach or zucchini) for optimal health.

Behavior and Compatibility:
Platies are peaceful and social fish, making them ideal for community tanks. They coexist well with other peaceful species, such as guppies, mollies, tetras, and Corydoras. Avoid housing them with aggressive or fin-nipping species. They do well in groups of 3 or more, with a mix of males and females for the best social dynamics.

Growth and Maintenance:

Platies grow to a manageable size of 5–7 cm and are low-maintenance. Regular water changes and monitoring of water parameters are key to their health. They are livebearers and prolific breeders, so separating males and females or introducing predator fish may be necessary if population control is desired.

Availability:
Assorted Platies (Xiphophorus maculatus) are available at Cradle Coast Pet & Aquarium. Visit or contact the store to check availability and add these colorful and lively fish to your freshwater aquarium today!

Due to variations within species and age of fish, your item may not look identical to the image provided.