Variable Platyfish (Xiphophorus variatus)

Parámetros de cuidado

Temperatura

15–25 °C

pH

7–8

Dureza GH

9–19 dGH

Tamaño adulto

5.2–7.7 cm

Tanque mínimo

71 L

Capa de nado

Bottom-dwelling

Dificultad

Moderada

Temperamento

Easy-going community fish with lively breeding

Origen

南美洲

Descripción de la especie

Poeciliidae species Xiphophorus variatus comes from 南美洲. Hardy, productive and unpretentious — the gateway fish that still deserves decent water. It lives on the bottom. Adults reach 5.2–7.7 cm. Loose colonies; heavy planting shelters the fry. Stable warm water, floating plants and regular small feeds cover 90% of its needs. Maintain 15–25 °C at pH 7–8. Water quality and diet matter more than décor.

Biotopo natural

Hábitat

Warm freshwater streams and lakes

Corriente

Still to gentle current

Oxígeno disuelto

Moderate oxygen levels

Paisaje y equipo

Sustrato

Fine sand and gravel

Decoración dura

Driftwood and smooth stones

Plantas

Hardy common aquarium plants

Temperamento, dieta y compañeros

Sociabilidad

Loose colonies; heavy planting shelters the fry

Dieta

Unfussy — quality flakes, some greens, occasional treats

Compañeros recomendados

• Other peaceful community fish — Ignore the endless fry

Evitar con

• Fin-nippers — Constant harassment exhausts females

Cría y notas

Dimorfismo sexual

Subtle external differences

Método de cría

Livebearer — females deliver 20–100 fry every few weeks