Apple Tricolour Hi-Fin Platy (Xiphophorus maculatus) - Large (Aquarium Glaser)
Apple Tricolour Hi-Fin Platy (Xiphophorus maculatus) - Large (Aquarium Glaser) is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
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Delivery and Shipping
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Apple Tricolour Hi-Fin Platy (Xiphophorus maculatus) - Large (Aquar...
Apple Tricolour Hi-Fin Platy (Xiphophorus maculatus) - Large (Aquarium Glaser)
Description
Description
Apple Tricolour Hi-Fin Platy (Xiphophorus maculatus)
Apple Tricolour Hi-Fin Platy is a selectively bred platy variety known for its striking blend of orange/yellow, black, and white or cream coloration, combined with an enlarged dorsal fin ("Hi-Fin"). It is a peaceful livebearer and an excellent community aquarium fish.Ā
Quick Facts
- Scientific Name: Xiphophorus maculatusĀ
- Common Name: Apple Tricolour Hi-Fin Platy Ā
- Adult Size: 5-6 cm (2-2.5 inches)Ā
- Lifespan: 2-4 yearsĀ
- Temperament: Peaceful, active, socialĀ
- Breeding Type: LivebearerĀ
Water Parameters
- Temperature: 24-28Ā°C (75-82Ā°F)Ā
- pH: 6.5-8.0Ā
- Hardness: Moderate to hard water preferredĀ
- Tank Size: 10-20 gallons minimumĀ
Diet
Omnivorous and easy to feed:
- Quality flakes or pellets
- Spirulina-based foods
- Frozen/live brine shrimp, daphnia, bloodworms
- Occasional blanched vegetablesĀ
Compatibility
Excellent community fish that pairs well with:
- Other platies
- Guppies
- Mollies
- Swordtails
- Corydoras
- Small tetras
- Peaceful rasboras and daniosĀ
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Specifications
Specifications
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CategoryLivebearers
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Species TypePlaty
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Water Temperature
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Minimum Tank Size10 Gallons
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Water pH LevelAlkaline, Neutral
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Habitat PreferenceDriftwood, Rocky Tanks, Hiding Spots, Planted Tanks
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BehaviourCommunity Fish
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