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Red Comet Swordtail (Xiphophorus helleri) 5cm

$1199 CAD
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SKU: 37181571058206

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Red Comet Swordtail (Xiphophorus helleri) 5cm

Description

Red Comet Swordtail (Xiphophorus hellerii var. "Red") is a vibrant and hardy freshwater livebearer, ideal for both beginner and experienced aquarists. 

Appearance & Traits

  • Coloration: Bright red body with a streamlined shape and a long, sword-like extension on the male's caudal fin. The "Comet" name often refers to the vivid coloration and energetic swimming style.
  • Size: Up to 14 cm (5.5 inches) in length 
  • Sexual Dimorphism:
    • Males: Feature a long sword-like tail and a gonopodium (modified anal fin for mating).
    • Females: Larger, rounder, and lack the sword extension 

Tank Requirements

  • Minimum Tank Size: 20–30 gallons for a small group 
  • Water Parameters:
    • Temperature: 65–82°F (18–28°C)
    • pH: 7.0–8.0
    • Hardness: 12–30 dGH
  • Aquascaping:
    • Prefer moderate vegetation, rocky substrates, and gentle water flow.
    • Avoid driftwood that releases tannins, which can acidify the water 

Diet

  • Omnivorous: Thrive on a varied diet including:
    • High-quality flakes, pellets, granules
    • Frozen/live foods: brine shrimp, bloodworms, daphnia
    • Vegetables: spirulina, blanched spinach, peas
  • Feed 2–3 small meals daily, removing uneaten food promptly 

Behavior & Compatibility

  • Temperament: Peaceful and social; great for community tanks 
  • Tank Mates:
    • Good: Guppies, mollies, platies, tetras, corydoras, rasboras
    • Avoid: Aggressive or fin-nipping species
  • Social Structure: Best kept in groups with 1 male to 3–4 females to reduce stress and aggression

Breeding

  • Livebearers: Females give birth to live fry every 4–6 weeks 
  • Fry Care:
    • Provide plants or breeding boxes for fry protection.
    • Feed fry newly hatched brine shrimp and finely crushed flakes.
    • Growth can be boosted with protein-rich diets and regular water changes 

Specifications
  • Category
    Livebearers
  • Species Type
    Swordtail
  • Water Temperature
    65°F to 82°F
  • Minimum Tank Size
    15 Gallons
  • Water pH Level
    Alkaline, Neutral
  • Habitat Preference
    Planted Tanks, Hiding Spots
  • Behaviour
    Community Fish

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Red Comet Swordtail (Xiphophorus helleri) 5cm

$1199 CAD

Red Comet Swordtail (Xiphophorus hellerii var. "Red") is a vibrant and hardy freshwater livebearer, ideal for both beginner and experienced aquarists. 

Appearance & Traits

  • Coloration: Bright red body with a streamlined shape and a long, sword-like extension on the male's caudal fin. The "Comet" name often refers to the vivid coloration and energetic swimming style.
  • Size: Up to 14 cm (5.5 inches) in length 
  • Sexual Dimorphism:
    • Males: Feature a long sword-like tail and a gonopodium (modified anal fin for mating).
    • Females: Larger, rounder, and lack the sword extension 

Tank Requirements

  • Minimum Tank Size: 20–30 gallons for a small group 
  • Water Parameters:
    • Temperature: 65–82°F (18–28°C)
    • pH: 7.0–8.0
    • Hardness: 12–30 dGH
  • Aquascaping:
    • Prefer moderate vegetation, rocky substrates, and gentle water flow.
    • Avoid driftwood that releases tannins, which can acidify the water 

Diet

  • Omnivorous: Thrive on a varied diet including:
    • High-quality flakes, pellets, granules
    • Frozen/live foods: brine shrimp, bloodworms, daphnia
    • Vegetables: spirulina, blanched spinach, peas
  • Feed 2–3 small meals daily, removing uneaten food promptly 

Behavior & Compatibility

  • Temperament: Peaceful and social; great for community tanks 
  • Tank Mates:
    • Good: Guppies, mollies, platies, tetras, corydoras, rasboras
    • Avoid: Aggressive or fin-nipping species
  • Social Structure: Best kept in groups with 1 male to 3–4 females to reduce stress and aggression

Breeding

  • Livebearers: Females give birth to live fry every 4–6 weeks 
  • Fry Care:
    • Provide plants or breeding boxes for fry protection.
    • Feed fry newly hatched brine shrimp and finely crushed flakes.
    • Growth can be boosted with protein-rich diets and regular water changes 

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