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Blood Red Sailfin Molly (Poecilia latipinna) 5cm

$1199 CAD
SKU: 36892781040510

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Blood Red Sailfin Molly (Poecilia latipinna) 5cm

Description

Blood Red Sailfin Molly (Poecilia latipinna) is a vibrant and hardy livebearer known for its striking red-orange coloration and impressive, oversized dorsal fin. Here are some key details about this beautiful fish:

Appearance

  • Color: Intense red-orange body with a large, sail-like dorsal fin
  • Size: Typically grows to about 3-5 inches (7-13 cm)

Aquarium Care

  • Tank Size: Minimum of 20 gallons (75 liters)
  • Water Conditions:
    • Temperature: 72-82°F (22-28°C)
    • pH: 7.0-8.5
    • Hardness: Moderately hard to hard (10-25 dGH)
  • Décor: Prefers tanks with sand or fine gravel substrate, plenty of plants, and open swimming space

Diet

  • Omnivorous: Accepts flakes, pellets, algae-based foods, and occasional live or frozen foods like brine shrimp

Behavior and Compatibility

  • Peaceful: Compatible with other mollies, guppies, platys, and small community fish
  • Active Swimmers: Thrive in planted aquariums with dense vegetation and floating plants

Additional Tips

  • Water Changes: Regular water changes are essential to maintain water quality
  • Varied Diet: Providing a varied diet helps bring out their best coloration and promotes good health
  • Livebearers: They are prolific breeders, so consider separating males and females if you wish to avoid frequent fry

Specifications
  • Category
    Livebearers
  • Species Type
    Mollies
  • Water Temperature
    70°F to 80°F
  • Minimum Tank Size
    20 Gallons
  • Water pH Level
    Alkaline, Neutral
  • Habitat Preference
    Hiding Spots, Planted Tanks
  • Behaviour
    Community Fish

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Blood Red Sailfin Molly (Poecilia latipinna) 5cm

$1199 CAD

Blood Red Sailfin Molly (Poecilia latipinna) is a vibrant and hardy livebearer known for its striking red-orange coloration and impressive, oversized dorsal fin. Here are some key details about this beautiful fish:

Appearance

  • Color: Intense red-orange body with a large, sail-like dorsal fin
  • Size: Typically grows to about 3-5 inches (7-13 cm)

Aquarium Care

  • Tank Size: Minimum of 20 gallons (75 liters)
  • Water Conditions:
    • Temperature: 72-82°F (22-28°C)
    • pH: 7.0-8.5
    • Hardness: Moderately hard to hard (10-25 dGH)
  • Décor: Prefers tanks with sand or fine gravel substrate, plenty of plants, and open swimming space

Diet

  • Omnivorous: Accepts flakes, pellets, algae-based foods, and occasional live or frozen foods like brine shrimp

Behavior and Compatibility

  • Peaceful: Compatible with other mollies, guppies, platys, and small community fish
  • Active Swimmers: Thrive in planted aquariums with dense vegetation and floating plants

Additional Tips

  • Water Changes: Regular water changes are essential to maintain water quality
  • Varied Diet: Providing a varied diet helps bring out their best coloration and promotes good health
  • Livebearers: They are prolific breeders, so consider separating males and females if you wish to avoid frequent fry

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