{"product_id":"hawaii-variatus-platy-large-aquarium-glaser","title":"Hawaii Variatus Platy - Large - (Aquarium Glaser)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"content\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ac-container ac-adaptiveCard\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ac-textBlock\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHawaii Platy\u003c\/strong\u003e, also known as the \u003cstrong\u003eVariatus Platy\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cem\u003eXiphophorus variatus\u003c\/em\u003e), is a captivating and popular freshwater fish species among aquarium enthusiasts. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAppearance\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Variatus Platy exhibits striking and diverse color patterns, making it a vibrant addition to aquariums worldwide.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTheir slender and elongated bodies are characterized by dorsal fins that extend slightly longer than their counterparts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe anterior portion of their bodies adopts a yellowish hue embellished with intricate black shading, transitioning towards a vibrant orangy-red shade in the posterior half, including the caudal fin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThoier dorsal finsa re prminenently yellow complimented by a distinctive black edging on both the dorsal and caudal fins. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/aquadiction.world\/species-spotlight\/variatus-platy\/\" class=\"tooltip-target\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBehavior and Social Dynamics\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVariatus Platys exhibit schooling behavior, so it’s advisable to maintain a ratio of at least \u003cstrong\u003etwo females for every male\u003c\/strong\u003e within the group. This balance prevents undue stress on individual females caused by persistent courtship efforts from males.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThey are peaceful and compatible with many fish species, including Livebearers, Rainbowfish, Dwarf Cichlids, and Tetras. Bottom-dwelling fish like Corydoras Catfish can also complement Platys by occupying different tank areas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid housing with aggressive or nippy species as thy have a gentle nature and venerable to harassment. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTank Setup and Care\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVariatus Platys prefer cooler water temperatures and thrive in unheated aquariums situated within centrally heated indoor environments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhile their specific aquarium setup requirements are not overly demanding, they exhibit an affinity for \u003cstrong\u003eplanted tanks\u003c\/strong\u003e, displaying their most vibrant and appealing attributes in such an environment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Size\u003c\/strong\u003e: Up to \u003cstrong\u003e7 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e (approximately 2.8 inches).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament\u003c\/strong\u003e: Peaceful.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAquarium Level\u003c\/strong\u003e: Middle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/strong\u003e: Beginner.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShoaling\u003c\/strong\u003e: Yes (they exhibit schooling behavior).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin\u003c\/strong\u003e: Mexico.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePreferred Temperature Range\u003c\/strong\u003e: Tropical and Coldwater (18°C to 28°C).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ad-container\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Aquarium Glaser","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49080497176894,"sku":"28213717176894","price":11.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0837\/5104\/3390\/files\/2_HawaiiPlaty.jpg?v=1712428489","url":"https:\/\/yourlocalfishstore.com\/products\/hawaii-variatus-platy-large-aquarium-glaser","provider":"Your Local Fish Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}