Black Berlin Swordtail (Xiphophorus helleri)
Black Berlin Swordtail (Xiphophorus helleri) is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
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Black Berlin Swordtail (Xiphophorus helleri)
Black Berlin Swordtail (Xiphophorus helleri)
Description
Description
Black Berlin Swordtail (Xiphophorus helleri)
Black Berlin Swordtail is a striking color variety of the popular Swordtail, featuring a deep black body contrasted with vibrant blue / gold highlights. Hardy, active, and easy to care for, this beautiful livebearer is an excellent choice for both beginner and experienced aquarists. Their peaceful nature and constant activity make them a standout addition to community aquariums.
Key Features
- Elegant black coloration with vivid Berlin pattern accents
- Active and peaceful community fish
- Easy to care for and highly adaptable
- Livebearing species that may breed readily in the home aquarium
- Excellent choice for planted aquariums
Care Requirements
- Scientific Name: Xiphophorus helleri
- Common Name: Black Berlin Swordtail
- Adult Size: 4–5 inches (10–13 cm)
- Temperament: Peaceful
- Diet: Omnivore
- Minimum Tank Size: 20 gallons
- Temperature: 72–82°F (22–28°C)
- pH: 7.0–8.3
- Water Hardness: Moderate to hard
Feeding
Black Berlin Swordtails are omnivorous and thrive on a varied diet. Feed high-quality flakes or pellets supplemented with frozen, live, or freeze-dried foods such as bloodworms, brine shrimp, and daphnia. Vegetable-based foods and algae-rich diets will help maintain optimal health and coloration.
Tank Mates
These social fish do well with other peaceful community species including tetras, rasboras, mollies, platies, corydoras, and peaceful rainbowfish. Avoid keeping them with aggressive or fin-nipping species.
Breeding
Like other swordtails, Black Berlin Swordtails are livebearers. Females can give birth to batches of free-swimming fry approximately every 4–6 weeks when conditions are favorable. Dense plants or breeding boxes can help protect young fry from predation.
Why You'll Love Them
The Black Berlin Swordtail combines stunning coloration, hardiness, and an engaging personality. Their bold appearance and active swimming behavior make them a beautiful centerpiece fish for freshwater community aquariums.
Note: Fish coloration and patterning may vary slightly from specimen to specimen.
Specifications
Specifications
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CategoryLivebearers
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Species TypeSwordtail
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Water Temperature
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Minimum Tank Size15 Gallons
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Water pH LevelAlkaline, Neutral
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Habitat PreferencePlanted Tanks, Hiding Spots
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BehaviourCommunity Fish
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