Balloon Molly Care Guide
Poecilia sphenops
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Bioload Score
3200
- Max Size
- 7.5 cm / 3.0"
- Temperature
- 22–26°C (72–78°F)
- pH Range
- 7.0 – 8.0
- Min Tank Size
- 76L (20 gal)
- Min Group Size
- 3 fish
- Tank Level
- Bottom-Mid
- Origin
- Central America
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Breeding Difficulty
- Easy
Diet
Omnivorous. They accept a wide range of foods, including high-quality flakes, pellets, and live or frozen foods like brine shrimp, daphnia, and bloodworms.
Community Compatibility
Balloon Mollies are compatible with other peaceful community fish like guppies, platies, swordtails, and other mollies. Avoid aggressive or fin-nipping species.
Good to Know
While they are generally easy to care for, Balloon Mollies may be sensitive to poor water quality. It's essential to maintain stable water conditions, provide proper filtration, and ensure good water hygiene. Additionally, they prefer slightly brackish water conditions for optimal health, which should be considered when setting up their tank.
Gender Differences
Males are generally smaller and more colorful, while females are larger and have a rounder abdomen.
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