Electric Blue Balloon Molly
Electric Blue Balloon Molly is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
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Electric Blue Balloon Molly
Description
Description
Difficulty: Easy
Temperament: Peaceful, active
Size: 3–4 inches (females larger)
Lifespan: 3–5 years
Origin: Selectively bred aquarium strain
Electric Blue Balloon Molly is a selectively bred variant of the Standard Molly, known for its balloon-shaped body, iridescent electric-blue coloration, and peaceful nature. Excellent for community tanks and popular with beginners, though their balloon body shape requires slightly more attentive care due to swim bladder strain.
Care Requirements
Tank Size
- Minimum 20 gallons for a small group.
- They do best in groups of 4–6.
Water Parameters
| Parameter | Ideal Range |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 24–27°C (75–81°F) |
| pH | 7.5–8.4 |
| GH | 10–25 dGH |
| Salinity | Optional low-salinity (1–2 tsp/gal) helps long-term health |
They prefer hard, alkaline water
Diet
Omnivorous with a strong herbivorous tendency. Offer:
- High-quality flakes/pellets
- Spirulina
- Blanched vegetables (zucchini, spinach)
- Frozen foods (brine shrimp, daphnia, bloodworms)
Avoid high-fat diets to preserve swim-bladder health.
Temperament & Tankmates
Peaceful and active. Ideal tankmates include:
- Platies
- Swordtails
- Guppies
- Corydoras
- Small rainbowfish
- Peaceful barbs (avoid fin-nippers)
Avoid: large cichlids, aggressive barbs, or anything prone to harassment.
Breeding
Livebearers — extremely easy to breed.
- Gestation: 4–6 weeks
- Females can store sperm for months
- Fry do best in:
- Dense floating plants
- Breeder nets
- Fine-leaved plants (hornwort, guppy grass)
Parents may eat fry — provide cover if raising.
Because of their rounded body shape:
- They are more prone to swim bladder issues
- Need stable water parameters
- Avoid overfeeding
- Keep strong aeration and consistent temperatures
Specifications
Specifications
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CategoryLivebearers
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Species TypeMollies
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Water Temperature
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Minimum Tank Size20 Gallons
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Water pH LevelAlkaline, Neutral
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Habitat PreferenceHiding Spots, Planted Tanks
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BehaviourCommunity Fish, Shoaling
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